You've had pepperoni. You've tried pineapple (controversial, we know). But have you tried dill pickle pizza? This creamy, tangy, cheesy pie swaps red sauce for a garlic sour-cream base and tops it with thin pickle slices and fresh dill. It's ready in about 20 minutes and it's the most talked-about pizza we make.
Why This Dill Pickle Pizza Works
The creamy garlic sauce balances the saltiness and acidity of the pickles, while two cheeses bring richness and a golden top. The result is savory, slightly sour and completely addictive.
- Creamy garlic base: sour cream, mayo, garlic and a squeeze of lemon
- Cheese duo: melty mozzarella plus sharp parmesan
- Thin-sliced dill pickles: the star of the show
- Fresh dill: adds brightness and that signature zing
- Optional hot honey: sweet heat to finish
Dill Pickle Pizza Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Thin pizza dough | 1 package (13 oz / 370 g) |
| Sour cream | ¾ cup |
| Mayonnaise | ¼ cup |
| Garlic, minced | 1 clove |
| Lemon juice | 1 tsp |
| Mozzarella, shredded | 1 cup |
| Parmesan, grated | ¼ cup |
| Dill pickles, thinly sliced and patted dry | 2–3 large |
| Fresh or dried dill | to taste |
| Salt and pepper | to taste |
| Hot honey (optional) | for drizzling |
Tools You'll Need
- 14-inch pizza stone for a crisp, evenly baked crust
- Acacia wood pizza peel to build and launch the pizza
- Rocker pizza cutter for clean slices that keep the pickles in place
How to Make Dill Pickle Pizza
- Preheat. Place the pizza stone on the middle rack and heat the oven to 500°F (260°C) for at least 45 minutes.
- Make the sauce. Mix sour cream, mayo, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Build the pizza. Stretch the dough on a lightly floured peel, spread the sauce, then add mozzarella and parmesan.
- Add the pickles. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel so the crust stays crisp, then layer them over the cheese. Sprinkle with dill.
- Bake. Slide the pizza onto the hot stone and bake 7–10 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles.
- Finish. Rest 2 minutes, drizzle with hot honey if you like, then slice and serve.
Tips and Variations
- Add crispy bacon or shredded rotisserie chicken for a heartier pie.
- Swap mozzarella for white cheddar for a sharper, deli-style flavor.
- Serve with a cold lager or a crisp white wine to balance the tang.
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