Fresh Fig and Walnut Artisan Pizza Recipe
Are you ready to explore an extraordinary combination of flavors that will elevate your pizza night? This Fresh Fig and Walnut Artisan Pizza recipe blends the natural sweetness of fresh figs with the rich, nutty taste of walnuts, all beautifully nestled on a homemade pizza crust. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a gourmet meal at home, this recipe will become a new favorite!
Ingredients
- 00 Flour (Pizza Flour): 2.2 pounds/1 kilogram
- Water: 2¾ cups/650 milliliters
- Dry Yeast: 1½ tablespoons
- Coarse Salt: 2 tablespoons
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons, plus extra for topping
- Mozzarella (Shredded): 3 cups
- Fresh Figs (Sliced): 6
- Whole Walnuts: 36
- Fresh Thyme Sprigs: 12
Directions
Day 1: Prepare the Dough
- Mixing Ingredients:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, yeast, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Cover with a kitchen towel and let the mixture rest for 30 minutes.
- Kneading:
- Add salt to the mixture and knead slowly for 5 minutes.
- Gradually add olive oil and continue kneading until the dough becomes sticky.
- First Rise:
- Oil a large rectangular container.
- Transfer the dough using a spatula, cover, and let it rise for 30 minutes.
- Folding:
- Fold the dough to form a new ball and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Refrigeration:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate overnight to develop flavors.
Day 2: Assemble and Bake
- Preparation:
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator 2 hours before baking to bring it to room temperature.
- Divide the dough into 6 balls and return them to the container.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Assembly:
- Roll each dough ball into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Top each with ½ cup of shredded mozzarella, a drizzle of olive meeting, slices from one fresh fig, 6 walnuts, and leaves from 2 sprigs of thyme.
- Baking:
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 350 per slice
Prep & Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 45 minutes (plus overnight resting)
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (excluding resting)
Servings
- Serves: 6
This Fresh Fig and Walnut Artisan Pizza is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. The combination of creamy mozzarella, sweet figs, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic thyme creates a harmonious blend that’s perfect for any gourmet pizza lover. Whether it’s a special occasion or a regular weekend treat, this pizza promises to deliver satisfaction and a touch of sophistication to your dining table. Enjoy crafting this delightful meal!
Fresh Fig and Walnut Artisan Pizza
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
This Fresh Fig and Walnut Artisan Pizza merges the sweetness of ripe figs with the earthy tones of walnuts, all enveloped in a perfectly crispy crust. The sprinkling of thyme adds a subtle hint of the Mediterranean, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that dance on your palate.
As you pull each slice from the hot stone, the mozzarella stretches delightfully, pairing beautifully with the figs’ lush texture and the walnuts’ crunch. Ideal for a rustic dinner party or a quiet evening at home, this pizza promises not only to feed the stomach but also to enchant the senses, offering a gourmet experience that transcends the ordinary pizza night.
Ingredients
2.2 pounds/ 1 kilogram 00 flour (pizza flour)
2¾ cups/650 milliliters water
1½ tablespoons dry yeast
2 tablespoons coarse salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups mozzarella, shredded
6 fresh figs, sliced
36 whole walnuts
12 sprigs thyme
Instructions
Day 1:
In a stand mixer bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and water. Mix well, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rest for 30 minutes.
Add salt and knead slowly for 5 minutes. Introduce olive oil and knead until sticky. Oil a large rectangular container and transfer the dough using a spatula. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Fold the dough, form a new ball, let rise for another 30 minutes, then refrigerate overnight.
Day 2:
Remove dough 2 hours before baking, divide into 6 balls, and return to the container.
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
Roll each dough ball into a 1″ thick circle. Top each with ½ cup mozzarella, olive oil, sliced figs, 6 walnuts, and thyme from 2 sprigs.
Bake for 15 minutes or until desired color is achieved. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal