Peach Prosciutto Pizza
Sweet summer peaches paired with savory prosciutto and melted mozzarella make this pizza a gourmet treat perfect for warm evenings. Finished with fresh basil and a balsamic drizzle, it’s a crowd-pleaser bursting with contrasting flavors.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 1 12-inch pizza (serves 2–3) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Halal
- 1 ball of fresh pizza dough (about 12-inch round)
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4–5 thin slices of prosciutto
- 1 large ripe peach, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Flour, for dusting
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Lightly flour your work surface and stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Carefully transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara or pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
- Arrange prosciutto slices and peach wedges across the pizza.
- Drizzle with olive oil and carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the hot baking surface.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving. Slice and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture and flavor.
- A pizza stone helps create a crispier crust.
- Try adding a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 pizza
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: peach prosciutto pizza, summer pizza, fruit on pizza, gourmet pizza, balsamic glaze