Gourmet Fig & Prosciutto Pizza

Ingredients

• Pizza dough (1 (store-bought or homemade))
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Fig jam (1/2 cup)
• Mozzarella cheese (1 1/2 cups, shredded)
• Prosciutto (4 ounces, sliced)
• Parmesan cheese (1/4 cup, grated)
• Arugula (2 cups, fresh)
• Balsamic glaze (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats to achieve an extra crispy crust.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, aiming for a round shape approximately 12 inches in diameter.
3. Brush the rolled-out dough with olive oil using a pastry brush to create a beautifully golden crust.
4. Spread the fig jam evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for a crust.
5. Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the fig jam, ensuring an even coverage.
6. Evenly arrange the prosciutto slices over the cheese, allowing some overlap for a decadent bite.
7. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or onto the pizza stone if using. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
8. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
9. Top the pizza with fresh arugula, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for an added layer of flavor.
10. Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving to enhance the sweetness and depth of flavor. Slice and enjoy!