Brussels Sprout, Mushroom Pizza with Crispy Prosciutto & Sage

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This autumn-inspired pizza is a combination of fresh and hearty ingredients. The caramelized wild mushrooms and shredded Brussels sprouts are paired with the creaminess of burrata cheese and the savory crispiness of prosciutto. The sweet apple butter adds a surprising depth of flavor, making it a perfect seasonal dish. Ideal for a cozy dinner, this pizza is both easy to prepare and satisfyingly indulgent. It takes just 15 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook, giving you a flavorful meal that the whole family will love.

Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:07:00 GMT
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This autumn-inspired pizza combines earthy mushrooms, crispy prosciutto, and creamy burrata cheese with the subtle sweetness of apple butter. The result is a delicious and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of fall into a hearty meal. Whether you're looking for a seasonal dinner or a cozy family meal, this pizza will not disappoint.

INGREDIENTS
  • Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp, for sautéing and greasing the baking sheet
  • Fresh sage leaves: 8, fried for crispy garnish
  • Mixed wild mushrooms or cremini mushrooms: 1 lb, sliced, caramelized in a skillet
  • Kosher salt and pepper: To taste, for seasoning
  • Butter: 2 tbsp, used to cook the mushrooms and garlic
  • Garlic: 1 clove, minced or grated, added to the mushrooms for flavor
  • Fresh herbs (basil & thyme): 1/2 cup, roughly chopped, used for flavoring the mushrooms
  • Brussels sprouts: 1 lb, shredded, mixed with olive oil and seasoning
  • Pizza dough: 1/2 lb, either homemade or store-bought, rolled out to a 10-12 inch circle
  • Apple butter: 2 tbsp, spread over the dough for a hint of sweetness
  • Crushed red pepper flakes: 1 pinch, for a slight spicy kick
  • Fresh burrata cheese: 8 oz, used for creamy texture
  • Shredded provolone cheese: 1 1/2 cups, for melting and topping
  • Prosciutto: 3 oz, torn into pieces, for crispy texture and flavor
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.
Step 2:
Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over high heat. When shimmering, add the sage leaves and fry for 30 seconds. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3:
Add mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes until caramelized. Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Stir until garlic is fragrant (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
Step 4:
Toss shredded Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
Step 5:
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a 10-12 inch circle. Transfer to the baking sheet.
Step 6:
Spread apple butter over the dough. Top with burrata, followed by the mushrooms and Brussels sprouts mixture. Sprinkle with provolone and prosciutto.
Step 7:
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese melts. Top with fried sage before serving.
Serving and Storage Tips
  • Serve the pizza immediately, while the cheese is still melty and the crust is crispy. Pair with a light salad or a glass of white wine.
  • Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Helpful Notes
  • For a spicier kick, add more crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle with hot honey after baking.
  • If you can't find burrata, fresh mozzarella works as a great substitute.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Jamie Oliver suggests adding a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving for extra flavor.
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Autumn Pizza

A flavorful pizza perfect for autumn, with caramelized mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, prosciutto, and burrata cheese, all on a crispy crust.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes

Category: Hearty Mains

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 4 Servings (1 pizza)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp, for sautéing and greasing the baking sheet.
02 Fresh sage leaves: 8, fried for crispy garnish.
03 Mixed wild mushrooms or cremini mushrooms: 1 lb, sliced, caramelized in a skillet.
04 Kosher salt and pepper: To taste, for seasoning.
05 Butter: 2 tbsp, used to cook the mushrooms and garlic.
06 Garlic: 1 clove, minced or grated, added to the mushrooms for flavor.
07 Fresh herbs (basil & thyme): 1/2 cup, roughly chopped, used for flavoring the mushrooms.
08 Brussels sprouts: 1 lb, shredded, mixed with olive oil and seasoning.
09 Pizza dough: 1/2 lb, either homemade or store-bought, rolled out to a 10-12 inch circle.
10 Apple butter: 2 tbsp, spread over the dough for a hint of sweetness.
11 Crushed red pepper flakes: 1 pinch, for a slight spicy kick.
12 Fresh burrata cheese: 8 oz, used for creamy texture.
13 Shredded provolone cheese: 1 1/2 cups, for melting and topping.
14 Prosciutto: 3 oz, torn into pieces, for crispy texture and flavor.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.

Step 02

Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over high heat. When shimmering, add the sage leaves and fry for 30 seconds. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 03

Add mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes until caramelized. Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Stir until garlic is fragrant (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.

Step 04

Toss shredded Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

Step 05

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a 10-12 inch circle. Transfer to the baking sheet.

Step 06

Spread apple butter over the dough. Top with burrata, followed by the mushrooms and Brussels sprouts mixture. Sprinkle with provolone and prosciutto.

Step 07

Bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese melts. Top with fried sage before serving.

Notes

  1. This pizza combines earthy mushrooms, crispy prosciutto, and creamy burrata cheese with the subtle sweetness of apple butter, creating a perfect autumn-inspired dish.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 450
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
  • Protein: 20 g