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Cozy Savory Apple Butter Ham Pizza – Easy Fall Dinner

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This cozy savory apple butter ham pizza is the ultimate fall dinner, combining sweet spiced apple butter, salty ham, and melted cheese on a crispy crust. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that captures all the warm flavors of autumn.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup apple butter (thick, spiced variety preferred)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture, part-skim)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced cooked ham (leftover or deli ham)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing crust)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt and black pepper (to finish)
  • Fresh arugula tossed with lemon juice (optional, for topping)
  • Caramelized onions (optional)
  • Crumbled goat cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
  2. Take the pizza dough out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. Lightly flour your work surface and roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to parchment paper or a greased pizza pan.
  3. Using the back of a spoon, spread the apple butter evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar evenly over the apple butter. Scatter the diced ham and sliced red onion on top. If using dried thyme, sprinkle it over everything.
  5. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the exposed crust with olive oil. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt and black pepper over the crust.
  6. Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown in spots.
  7. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for about 3 minutes on a wire rack. If adding fresh arugula, toss it with a squeeze of lemon juice and scatter over the top. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings. Use a thick apple butter to avoid sogginess. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet or oven for best results.

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