I love this sweet and savory pear pizza with mozzarella, onions, and our homemade balsamic glaze. The balsamic syrup adds a pop of flavor and acid.
1 recipe homemade pizza dough or 12 ounces store-bought pizza dough
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 pear
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup (113g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 4 ounces
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
Form the pizza dough into a 15-inch by 10-inch rectangle (it doesn’t have to be exact, just close). Place the dough on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sliced onions, thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent and begin to brown around the edges.
Core and thinly slice the pear. Sprinkle the lemon juice over the cut pear and toss.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the baked pizza crust, then scatter the onions, mozzarella cheese, pear slices, and pecan halves on top.
Bake the pizza for 6 to 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and starts to bubble.
While the pizza bakes, add the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat, then bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened to the consistency of a thin syrup.
Drizzle the balsamic syrup over the baked pear pizza and serve.