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Caramelized Shallot and Bacon Goat Cheese Pizza. Homemade pizza dough topped with fresh summer tomatoes, tangy goat cheese, crisp bacon, basil, lots of melty cheese, and sweet and delicious caramelized shallots. Oh, and some fresh thyme and chili flakes too. Once the pizza is just out of the oven, finish with fresh basil. If you love a cheesy pizza, this is about to become a new weeknight dinner staple. Serve this cheesy pizza right out of the oven for a truly simple dinner that everyone will love.
With all the dark days and rain we’ve had, I can’t help it, I’m slightly excited for fall. Am I ready for it? No, I really haven’t had nearly enough of summer. But still, part of me is excited for cozy days and pumpkin spice.
But not anytime too soon. We’ll ease into cooler temps with simple, slightly richer, recipes like today’s pizza. I wouldn’t say this is specifically a fall recipe. But the cheesy factor definitely makes it comfort food, which I love, all year-round.
This brings me to this pizza.
It’s a combination of all the things I’m loving right now. Summer produce, fresh herbs, simplicity, and apparently lots of carbs and cheese!
Here are the details
It’s no secret that I love shallots. I think they work so well in so many recipes. They add a subtly sweet flavor that’s never overpowering, but also complimentary. They’re less intense than an onion. I love to use them with recipes that are deeply savory but could use a touch of sweetness, like pizza.
I also love balancing their sweetness with saltiness, enter the bacon. The caramelized shallots and crisp bacon are a wonderful flavor combination that’s always unexpected, yet so delicious.
Start with caramelizing the shallots. It’s way easier than you’d think. We’re going to allow the shallots to cook undisturbed in olive oil with fresh thyme. The shallots will get a nice caramelization on the bottom and soften all around.
They smell delicious as they cook. They taste slightly sweet, salty, and just a little bit buttery. You will love them.
The rest is assembly. Fresh pizza dough topped with fig preserves. I know this is not a usual pizza topping, but very delicious with the salty bacon, sweet shallots, and pinch of chili flakes. Trust me.
Then fresh summer tomatoes. For the tomato, I like to grate it on a box grater to really break it down into a sauce. Then toss it with garlic and salt, simple. Just let the flavors of the tomato shine.
Next, add the goat cheese, then layer on fresh basil, and crisp bacon. Top with mozzarella and add the shallots last. I like to leave the shallots for the top of the pizza. This allows them to get crispy in the oven.
Throw the pizza in the oven and cook until the cheese is bubbling up and the crust is golden.
Top with lots of fresh basil, slice, eat, and enjoy!! This is definitely one of my favorite pizzas right now. It’s honestly good for any time of year. It would be especially fun for upcoming game nights! So crazy that football season is about to start back up soon!
Looking for other pizza recipes? Here are some favorites:
Pesto Zucchini and Peach Pizza with Burrata
Pull Apart Roasted Garlic Pizza Dip Sliders
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza
Lastly, if you make this Caramelized Shallot and Bacon Goat Cheese Pizza, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Caramelized Shallot and Bacon Goat Cheese Pizza
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 267 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 shallots, halved or quartered
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- kosher salt and pepper
- chili flakes
- 1/2 pound pizza dough, at room temp
- 1-2 tablespoons fig preserves
- 1 tomato, grated on a box grater
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 3 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 450° F. 2. In a skillet, combine the olive oil, shallots, and thyme, cook over medium heat until the oil is hot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook 10-20 minutes, until the shallots are very soft and caramelized. Stir and cook another 5 minutes. Add the chili flakes. Remove from the heat.3. On a lightly floured surface, push the dough out until it's thin (about a 10-12 inch circle). Transfer the dough to a baking sheet. Mix the grated tomato with the garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread the fig preserves and tomatoes over the dough. Add the goat cheese, bacon, and basil. Top with mozzarella. Pull the shallots apart and arrange them over the cheese. 4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling. Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil. Slice and enjoy!
Absolutely delicious and a totally different take on pizza. We loved it! To make it a very easy weeknight meal, I used premade pizza dough from Trader Joe’s. And a great way to use the summer herbs growing in our garden. Will definitely make this one again!
Hi Amy,
Wonderful! I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks for trying it out! Have a great weekend:)
We made this pizza for dinner last night. It was delicious!! All of flavors together are just amazing, especially those carmelized shallots! We even used our own homegrown tomato, basil and thyme.
Hi Terry,
Happy Wednesday! Thanks so much for making this pizza, I love to hear that it was tasty! xTieghan
I made this tonight and it was a hit! I used a Roma tomato and I’m not sure if that was the right choice. What tomato do you recommend for this recipe?
Hi Jessica,
I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, I am so glad it was enjoyed! A Roma tomato is great! Have a great day:)
We love to try different pizza toppings- and this one will definitely become a regular in our household. It was so delicious.
Thank you for this amazing creation
Hey Tina,
Wonderful! I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks for trying it out! Have a great weekend:)
I hope it will taste great without the bacon. It looks gorgeous!
Hi Denise,
I’m sure it will still be great! Let me know how the recipe turns out:) xx
Thank you! I’m excited to make it this Friday. Just not a bacon fan.
Also, I am really enjoying your book Super Simple!
Thanks so much:)
Made this last night and it was phenomenal!!! The mix of flavors is perfect!
Hi Jennifer,
I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, I am so glad it was enjoyed! Have a great day:)
Do you have a time and temp reccomendation when using a pizza oven?
Delish! Loved this pizza!!
Hi Amber,
Happy Monday! Thanks a lot for trying this recipe out, I am so excited to hear that it was a hit! xx
Omg!!!! This was so good. Made this for dinner last night and whoa. I’d send you a pic but it was GONE before I could snap a pic. A definite keeper for pizza night!
Hey Patricia,
LOL love to hear that this pizza was a hit, thanks so much for making it! Happy Monday! xx
This is my 3rd HBH experience. Made this pizza exactly as recipe calls for. What an explosion of flavors! The combination of the shallots, goat cheese and fig preserves was amazing. I made it as an appetizer but my husband and I devoured the entire pizza – dinner complete!
Hey Cindy,
Awesome!! Thanks so much for trying this pizza, I love to hear that it was a hit! xTieghan
This was amazing! We bought our pizza dough from Trader Joe’s. We used the whole pkg and in hind site we should have split as I think the crust would have been crispier in the middle. Otherwise it was perfect. Absolutely delicious!
Hey Lucinda,
Happy Monday! Thanks a lot for trying this recipe out, I am so excited to hear that it was a hit! xx
Tried this on Friday and it was soooo delicious.
I’ve tried fig jam based pizza but always found it too sweet. The fresh tomato sauce really balances it out.
10/10 will be making my next pizza night
Hey Isabelle,
Happy Monday! Thanks a lot for trying this recipe out, I am so excited to hear that it was a hit! xx
Ok. Woah. My husband and I have had a very good relationship for 15 years but after making this pizza for him, he now wants to renew his vows. Best pizza ever (prepared exactly per recipe). Thank you!
Hey Amanda,
LOL love this!! Thanks so much for making this pizza! I love to hear that it was a winner:) xTieghan
This pizza was delicious!!! I was hesitant with the ingredients but it was really good. Will be making this again.
Hi Sharon,
Awesome!! So glad to hear this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it!! xx
I’ve just found my new favorite meal. This pizza is INCREDIBLE. I didn’t change a thing. I was patting myself on the back with each bite. Thank you, Tieghan!!!!
Hey Paige,
Happy Sunday!! I appreciate you giving this recipe a try and sharing your review, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! xT
Hi there—I don’t see a print recipe option anymore—am I missing something? Thank you!
Hi Jennifer,
It is right above the ingredient list:) Please let me know if I can help in any other way! xx