Puff pastry pizza with mushroom and goat cheese
This delicious white pizza is made using puff pastry dough topped with a homemade creamy sauce, mushrooms and goat cheese.
Main ingredients:
 | Puff-pastry dough – any type of puff-pastry pizza dough (pâte feuilletée) |
 | Goat cheese – chopped goat cheese like bûche de chevre. |
 | Mushrooms – fresh white button or cremini (brown), or button mushrooms, shitake, etc. |
 | Olive oil – to lightly fry the mushrooms |
Accents for the sauce:
 | Crème fraiche (Heavy cream) – this is the base of the white sauce. |
 | Garlic – garlic powder or flakes |
 | Onion powder – to flavor the sauce |
 | Flour – is mixed in with the cream to avoid the pizza crust becoming too soggy. |
 | Parsley – a couple of sprigs of fresh parsley for decoration |
 | Salt and pepper |
For a light and healthy meal, this puff pastry pizza with mushrooms and goat cheese definitely packs a delicious punch.
If you are looking for a fun way to liven up dinner, this is it. Cooked in a white sauce, it has a different combination of tastes than that traditional pepperoni and tomato sauce pizza.
In addition, the puff pastry used in the crust makes it flaky and buttery. The varying of ingredients provides a satisfying texture and flavor that pairs well with the earthy mushroom and tangy goat cheese toppings.
It is also relatively easy to prepare. The puff pastry dough is readily available in most grocery stores, and the other ingredients are also easy to find.
The pizza can be assembled in just a few minutes, and then baked in the oven until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and melted. This makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal that still feels special.
Cooking tips
- You can substitute the heavy cream with low-fat greek yogurt for a lighter version or sour cream for a vegan version.
- I like to add the goat cheese on top of the pizza partway through the cooking process, after the dough has partially risen, so that the cheese doesn’t burn.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry crust base
- 1 cup of chopped goat cheese
- 1 cup of chopped mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 cup of crème fraiche or heavy cream (25 cl)
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
- pinch of garlic powder
- pinch of onion powder
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 1-2 sprigs of fresh parsley
Instructions
- Spread the puff pastry pizza crust dough in a baking pan and lightly fold the corners to avoid sauce overflow.
- Chop the mushrooms into small cubes or slices.
- In a small frypan cook the mushrooms for 4 minutes in the olive oil and parsley.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mix in the crème fraiche with the tablespoon of flour.
- Mix in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder and blend well.
- Spread the crème fraiche mixture onto the pizza base.
- Add the mushrooms to the top of the pizza base.
- Place in the oven for 15 minutes until the dough rises.
- Take the puff pastry pizza out of the oven carefully and add the goat cheese on top.
- Put the puff pastry pizza back in the oven for 10 minutes till the cheese looks melted.
- Serve while warm.
Nutrition
Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.
What to serve with it?
You can also serve can this puff pastry pizza with mushrooms and goat cheese as a healthy lunch or dinner with a salads such as a mixed green salad or a salad niçoise if you want something a little heartier.
Another option is to serve it with an appetizer like these loaded nachos or these air fryer parmesan calamari.
How to store it?
You can make this puff pastry pizza with mushrooms and goat cheese up to a few hours in advance. Just put back in the oven or in the microwave before serving.
However, I would not recommend freezing it. Depending on the dough you use, the dough may get soggy and not taste good if it is not specifically meant to be frozen.
