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Flavorful Bacon Blue Cheese Pizza Recipe with Crisp Apple Slices Made Easy

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A unique pizza combining smoky bacon, tangy blue cheese, and crisp apple slices for a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, this pizza is perfect for casual gatherings or a special weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 4 ounces (115g) crumbled blue cheese (Maytag or Danish Blue recommended)
  • 1 medium apple (about 100g), thinly sliced (Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for drizzling after baking)

Instructions

  1. Cook 6 thick-cut bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 7-9 minutes, flipping occasionally. Drain on paper towels and cool. Break into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Place pizza stone in oven if using.
  3. Roll out 12-ounce pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal if using a stone.
  4. Brush edges of dough lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Evenly sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella over dough, leaving a small border. Scatter 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese on top.
  6. Bake pizza for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Remove pizza from oven. Arrange thin apple slices evenly over cheese. Scatter crispy bacon pieces on top.
  8. Return pizza to oven for 3-4 minutes to warm apples slightly without softening them too much.
  9. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and freshly cracked black pepper. Drizzle 1 teaspoon honey over top if desired.
  10. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

Add apple slices after the initial bake to keep them crisp and prevent sogginess. Cook bacon ahead and drain well to avoid greasy crust. Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust or preheat baking sheet if using. For gluten-free, substitute dough with cauliflower crust or almond flour crust. Blue cheese can be substituted with goat cheese or feta for milder flavor. Drizzle honey after baking for a sweet contrast.

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