Pickle Pizza with Ranch (Print View)

Crispy crust, tangy dill pickles, melted cheeses, and creamy ranch for a bold, satisfying flavor.

# Components:

→ Dough & Base

01 - 1 prepared pizza dough (about 12-inch round)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Cheeses

04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
06 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Toppings

07 - 1 cup dill pickle slices, well drained
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Ranch Drizzle

10 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
11 - 1/4 cup sour cream
12 - 1 tablespoon buttermilk or regular milk
13 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
15 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
16 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 475°F. Place pizza stone inside if using.
02 - Roll out dough on floured surface to 12-inch round. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
03 - Brush dough with olive oil and evenly sprinkle minced garlic over it.
04 - Distribute mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan cheeses evenly across dough.
05 - Arrange dill pickle slices evenly over cheese. Sprinkle with dried dill and black pepper.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
07 - Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
08 - Remove pizza from oven and let cool 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle ranch sauce over top and garnish with extra dried dill if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tangy bite of dill pickles is a secret handshake for adventurous eaters.
  • Easy, quick, and so quirky it makes pizza night unforgettable.
02 -
  • If you don’t dry the pickles thoroughly, your pizza will get soggy fast.
  • Trying store-bought ranch once convinced me the homemade version is a total game changer—never skip the fresh sauce.
03 -
  • Use parchment under the pizza for effortless transfer and no mess.
  • Homemade ranch with buttermilk really takes this over the top—don’t settle for bottled.
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