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A close-up of a golden-brown pizza topped with bubbling melted cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs, sliced to reveal gooey cheese and crispy crust, styled on a rustic wooden board with a slight tilt showcasing the rich toppings.

Ultimate French Onion Soup Pizza with Savory Caramelized Onions and Melted Cheese

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A flavorful pizza inspired by French onion soup, topped with caramelized onions, melted cheese, and fresh herbs on a crispy crust.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 slices

Ingredients

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  • 1 prepared pizza dough
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook slowly, stirring often, until caramelized, about 25 minutes. Add sugar, salt, and pepper in the last 10 minutes.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
  4. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the dough.
  5. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere and mozzarella cheeses on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of sherry or balsamic vinegar while caramelizing onions.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake and caramelize
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 330 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 530 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg