Impress your guests with this unique and flavorful Butternut Cranberry Sauce Pizza. The combination of tender butternut squash, tangy cranberry sauce, and creamy cheese creates a mouthwatering combination on top of a crispy pizza crust. This recipe is perfect for your next family gathering or a cozy night in. Enjoy the comforting flavors of fall with this delicious pizza that is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza dough
- 1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup fresh arugula
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a pot of boiling water, cook the butternut squash cubes until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top with the cooked butternut squash cubes.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and crumbled goat cheese over the squash.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with chopped walnuts and fresh arugula.
- Slice and serve hot.
Interesting Facts
Butternut squash is rich in vitamin A and provides a good source of fiber.
Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and are known to promote urinary tract health.
Arugula adds a peppery and fresh flavor to the pizza, balancing out the sweetness of the cranberry sauce.
This pizza is a great way to use up leftover cranberry sauce from holiday meals.