As someone who is gluten free and allergic to almonds it is so important to me to provide easy gluten free recipes without tree nuts. This fall pizza is gluten free and nut free, plus it has a dairy free option and a vegan option! It is perfect to serve around thanksgiving or even on thanksgiving cut up into small appetizer size bites, just like my gluten free feta pizza recipe.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- These fall pizza makes leftovers that reheat really well. Honestly I almost prefer the leftovers better than the first round.
- The pizza toppings for this fall pizza can be prepared a day ahead of time to save time when you are ready to make it.
- It uses minimal ingredients. You’ll only need a handful of ingredients to make this pizza, most of which you probably already have on hand.
- It’s quick to assemble. This pizza can be assembled in just a few minutes, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights.
- It’s easy to customize. You can add or remove toppings to this pizza to your liking. For example, if you don’t like dates, you can substitute another dried fruit, such as raisins or cranberries.
ingredients & substitutions
Pizza Crust: For this fall pizza I used a frozen gluten free pizza crust I got at the grocery store. Most grocery stores have a bunch of gluten free cust options. Whether it be pizza crusts or just frozen pizza dough, feel free to pick whatever your favorite type of crust is. If you don’t have a gluten free pizza crust you like, you can also use gluten free italian heros to make a french bread pizza! I love a french bread pizza and this is the perfect gluten free sub. You can put these toppings on anything gluten free you may have at home really. Make pizza toasts, pizza bagels, english muffin pizzas, etc. You can also make your own pizza dough using a gluten free pizza dough recipe. Many local grocery stores sell refrigerated gluten free soft dough too! I love ready-made pizza dough because it saves a lot of time when making this pizza.
Organic Medjool Dates: Medjool dates are a type of date that is known for its large size, soft texture, and sweet flavor. They have a slightly caramel-like taste and a chewy consistency. You can also substitute dried figs in this fall pizza recipe.
Spinach: Spinach has a mild, slightly earthy taste. It can be eaten raw or cooked. You can use another type of leafy green vegetable, such as kale, arugula, or Swiss chard.
Caramelized onions: Caramelized onions have a sweet and savory flavor. They are soft and slightly sticky. If you don’t have caramelized onions, you can use any type of cooked onion, such as yellow onions, red onion, or sweet onions for this fall pizza.
Apple maple chicken sausage: Apple maple chicken sausage is a type of sausage that is made with chicken, apple, and maple syrup. It has a sweet and savory flavor. Vegan sausage is a type of sausage that is made without meat. If you don’t have apple maple chicken sausage, you can use any type of cooked sausage, such as Italian sausage, spicy sausage, crispy prosciutto, chorizo, or breakfast sausage. If you don’t have vegan sausage, you can use extra veggies on top.
Mozzarella or vegan mozzarella: It has a mild, slightly salty flavor. Vegan mozzarella is a type of cheese that is made without dairy. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as nuts, seeds, or vegetables. If you don’t have mozzarella, you can use any type of shredded cheese, such as cheddar, blue cheese, provolone, or Monterey Jack. If you are vegan and don’t have vegan mozzarella, you can use any type of vegan shredded cheese for this fall pizza recipe.
Garlic spread: Garlic spread is a type of creamy spread that is made with garlic, oil, and herbs. It has a garlicky and savory flavor. If you don’t have garlic spread you can drizzle garlic aioli on top or use a white alfredo sauce. You can make your own spread by combining garlic, ricotta or greek yogurt, olive oil, and herbs, such as parsley and oregano. Use a dairy free spread or make your own with dairy free yogurt for the dairy free recipe.
Honey drizzle: . If you don’t have honey, you can use any type of sweetener, such as maple syrup, agave syrup, or brown sugar for this fall pizza.
Taste and Texture
The fall pizza has a sweet and savory flavor profile. The dates add a touch of sweetness, while the caramelized onions and spinach add a savory depth of flavor. The pizza is also topped with mozzarella cheese, which adds a creamy richness.
The texture of the fall harvest pizza is crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. The crust is slightly charred, adding a smoky flavor. The caramelized onions are soft and sweet, while the spinach is slightly wilted and tender. The dates are chewy and slightly sticky, and the cheese is melted and gooey.
directions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Prepare pizza dough if you are making your own dough. Make sure to roll dough on a floured surface so it doesn’t stick.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze and cook until onions are caramelized, about 10 minutes more.
- Spread garlic spread over pre-made pizza crust.
- Top with caramelized onions, dates, mozzarella cheese, spinach, and cooked sausage.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Drizzle the homemade pizza with honey and serve the fall pizza immediately.
expert tips & tricks
- You can make this recipe on a pizza stone, pizza pan or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean up!
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or dried oregano to the pizza before baking.
- If you’re using vegan sausage, make sure to cook it according to package directions.
- For a low carb pizza, use a low carb pizza crust for this fall pizza. There are many different types of low carb pizza crusts available on the market, or you can make your own. Omit the caramelized onions. Caramelized onions are high in carbs, so if you’re trying to make a low carb pizza, it’s best to omit them. Use a low carb cheese. There are many different types of low carb cheeses available on the market, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone. Omit the honey drizzle. Honey is high in carbs, so if you’re trying to make a low carb pizza, it’s best to omit it.
- Use a vegan pizza crust for a vegan fall pizza. There are many different types of vegan pizza crusts available on the market, or you can make your own. Use a vegan cheese. There are many different types of vegan cheeses available on the market, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone. Another great way to keep this vegan is to use a vegan sausage. There are many different types of vegan sausages available on the market.
how to serve & store
Serving: The fall pizza can be served hot or cold. It is delicious on its own, but it can also be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or balsamic vinegar.
Storage: Leftovers of the ultimate fall pizza recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To store, place the pizza in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.
To store the pizza in the freezer, place it in a freezer-safe container or wrap it tightly in freezer wrap. The pizza can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Reheating: To reheat the fall pizza from the refrigerator, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place the pizza on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through. To reheat the fall pizza from the freezer, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place the pizza on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
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Fall Pizza with Sausage Recipe (Gluten Free)
Ingredients
- 1 gluten-free pizza crust
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup pitted and chopped Medjool dates
- 1/2 cup crumbled mozzarella cheese or vegan mozzarella
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup cooked apple maple chicken sausage or vegan sausage
- 1 tablespoon garlic spread
- Honey drizzle for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and cook until onions are caramelized, about 10 minutes more.
- Remove onions from heat and stir in dates.
- Spread garlic spread over pizza crust. Top with caramelized onions, dates, mozzarella cheese, spinach, and sausage.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Drizzle with honey and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can make this recipe on a pizza stone, pizza pan or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy clean up!
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or dried oregano to the pizza before baking.
- If you’re using vegan sausage, make sure to cook it according to package directions.
- For a low carb pizza, use a low carb pizza crust for this fall pizza. There are many different types of low carb pizza crusts available on the market, or you can make your own. Omit the caramelized onions. Caramelized onions are high in carbs, so if you’re trying to make a low carb pizza, it’s best to omit them. Use a low carb cheese. There are many different types of low carb cheeses available on the market, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone. Omit the honey drizzle. Honey is high in carbs, so if you’re trying to make a low carb pizza, it’s best to omit it.
- Use a vegan pizza crust for a vegan fall pizza. There are many different types of vegan pizza crusts available on the market, or you can make your own. Use a vegan cheese. There are many different types of vegan cheeses available on the market, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone. Another great way to keep this vegan is to use a vegan sausage. There are many different types of vegan sausages available on the market.
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