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Perfect Caramelized Fig and Prosciutto Flatbread Pizza

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A quick and easy flatbread pizza featuring caramelized figs, salty prosciutto, and a blend of mozzarella and ricotta cheeses for a perfect sweet-savory balance.

Ingredients

  • Flatbread or naan (10-12 inches)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (for brushing)
  • Fresh figs, halved (6-8 medium-sized)
  • Brown sugar (2 tablespoons)
  • Unsalted butter (1 tablespoon)
  • Prosciutto slices (4-6 thin slices)
  • Mozzarella cheese, shredded (1 cup / 100g)
  • Ricotta cheese (½ cup / 120g)
  • Fresh thyme leaves (1 teaspoon, optional)
  • Balsamic glaze (drizzle, optional)
  • Cracked black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside the oven to heat for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add halved figs cut side down, sprinkle brown sugar evenly on top. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until caramelized. Flip and cook 2 more minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. Lightly brush both sides of the flatbread with olive oil. Place on heated baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 5-7 minutes until edges crisp but flatbread remains soft.
  4. Remove flatbread from oven. Spread shredded mozzarella evenly, leaving a small border. Dollop ricotta cheese in small spoonfuls across the top.
  5. Arrange caramelized figs cut side up over the cheeses.
  6. Tear or fold prosciutto slices thinly and scatter over the flatbread.
  7. Return pizza to oven for 5-6 minutes until cheese melts and edges are golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and cracked black pepper. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if using. Let sit for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning sugar when caramelizing figs. Do not move figs while cooking to form a perfect caramel crust. Preheat pizza stone or baking sheet for a crispy flatbread base. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flatbread or naan. Vegetarian option: omit prosciutto and add caramelized onions or roasted peppers. Vegan adaptation: use dairy-free cheeses and coconut oil instead of butter.

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