Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza
If you love ham and pineapple pizza, this Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza is going to be your new favorite. The combination of juicy peaches, savory ham, and the mild heat from fresh jalapenos creates a sweet and salty combo. A drizzle of golden honey over the hot pizza adds a touch of sweetness that ties everything together beautifully.
Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza
This recipe works perfectly for summer dinners when peaches are at their peak ripeness. It is an excellent way to use fresh produce creatively and deliciously. You can make it with homemade pizza dough or grab a ready-made dough for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Either way, the result is a bubbly, cheesy, golden pizza that will disappear in minutes.
Ingredients Needed to Make Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza~
- 1 pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 slices of ham, diced
- 1/2 jalapeno sliced
- 1 tsp of olive oil
- 1/2 of a peach sliced
- 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- Honey to drizzle
Notes for Success~
✔️ Use ripe peaches for the best natural sweetness and juiciness.
✔️ Adjust the heat by adding more or fewer jalapeno slices depending on your spice preference.
✔️ Pat the peaches dry before adding them to the pizza to avoid excess moisture on the crust.
✔️ Bake on a preheated stone for a crispier crust.
🍽️ How to Serve
- As a Main Dish: Pair with a fresh Shaved Brussels Caesar Salad or a light Kale Salad to complement the sweetness of the peaches.
- For a Summer Pizza Party: Serve alongside a Fig and Prosciutto Pizza or a Pepperoni pizza for a colorful and varied spread.
- Game Day or Movie Night: Cut into smaller squares and serve with garlic bread bites and a chilled pitcher of sparkling lemonade.
Whether you are hosting friends, planning a summer dinner on the patio, or simply craving a fun twist on pizza night, this Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza delivers every time. The contrast of sweet peaches, salty ham, and spicy jalapeno makes it a flavor explosion you will want again and again. Try it for your next pizza night and let the compliments roll in!
Spicy Peach and Ham Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough homemade or store bought
- 2 slices of ham diced
- ½ jalapeno sliced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ fresh peach sliced
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. By pressing your fingers from the middle out leaving the outside thicker for the crust. Place the pizza dough on a piece of parchment paper.1 pizza dough
- Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough. Arrange diced ham, sliced peaches, and jalapeno slices over the cheese.2 slices of ham, ½ jalapeno, 1 teaspoon olive oil, ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ fresh peach
- Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle lightly with honey. Slice and serve hot. Enjoy!Honey for drizzling
Notes
✔️ Adjust the heat by adding more or fewer jalapeno slices depending on your spice preference.
✔️ Pat the peaches dry before adding them to the pizza to avoid excess moisture on the crust.
✔️ Bake on a preheated stone for a crispier crust.
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