A delicious dessert pizza made with a cinnamon crust, topped with juicy apples, tangy figs and cracking walnuts. This is why I give it a name Crackizza instead of Pizza. I bet this pizza recipe will boggle your mind.
Cooking Time : 30 mins.
Preparation Time : 15 mins.
Makes 1 pizza.
Ingredients
For the cinnamon crust
3/4 cup plain flour (maida)
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
3 tablespoons butter
For the topping
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1/2 cup diced apples
5 nos. dried figs, soaked in water and chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the cinnamon crust
1. Combine the flour, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
2. Add the butter and rub it into the flour using your fingertips till it resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of cold water if required and make a firm dough.
4. Roll out into a circle of 150 mm (6″) diameter and 12.5 mm (1/2″) thickness and place on a greased baking tray.
5. Prick the crust with a fork at regular intervals.
6. Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the half baked crust from the oven.
For the topping
1. Combine all the ingredients for the topping in a bowl, keeping aside 1 tablespoon of walnuts to sprinkle on top.
How to proceed
1. Spoon the topping onto the half-baked crust.
2. Sprinkle the balance 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts on top.
3. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes or till the base is crisp.
4. Remove from the oven, cool slightly and cut into wedges.
5. Serve warm.
Tips
Use peaches instead of apples.
Use the Sweet Dough recipe instead of the cinnamon crust. Just add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to the recipe.
Beyond Pizza: Introducing the Crackizza – A Dessert Sensation with Apples, Figs & Walnuts!
Forget everything you thought you knew about pizza! This recipe introduces the Crackizza, a mind-blowing dessert pizza that takes sweet and savory to a whole new level. Bursting with the flavors of juicy apples, tangy figs, and crunchy walnuts, all nestled on a fragrant cinnamon crust, this Crackizza is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
A Dessert Disguise:
This recipe breaks the mold of traditional pizza, offering a sweet and satisfying dessert experience. The combination of fresh apples, dried figs, and walnuts creates a symphony of textures and flavors, perfectly complemented by the warm and aromatic cinnamon crust.
Easy to Make, Impressive Results:
Despite its unique and impressive presentation, the Crackizza comes together surprisingly easily. Both the cinnamon crust and the topping require minimal prep work and cook time, making it perfect for those seeking a quick and delicious dessert option.
Endless Variations:
This recipe offers a delicious foundation for exploring your creative spirit. Feel free to substitute peaches or other seasonal fruits for the apples, or experiment with different types of nuts for added texture. The option to use a pre-made sweet dough crust provides even more convenience.
Simple to Make, Perfect for Sharing:
With clear instructions and minimal steps, this Crackizza recipe is perfect for beginner bakers or anyone seeking a show-stopping dessert to impress their guests. The individual serving size makes it ideal for portion control or a delightful after-dinner treat.
Ready to Experience the Crackizza Craze?
Gather your ingredients, embrace the fun of this recipe, and prepare to be surprised by the deliciousness of the Crackizza! This recipe is sure to become a new favorite for dessert lovers, offering a unique and flavorful twist on the classic pizza format.
Fresh Apples, Figs and Walnut Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
For the cinnamon crust
- 3/4 cup plain flour maida
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 3 tablespoons butter
For the topping
- 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup diced apples
- 5 nos. dried figs soaked in water and chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
For the cinnamon crust
- Combine the flour, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.3/4 cup plain flour, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- Add the butter and rub it into the flour using your fingertips till it resembles breadcrumbs.3 tablespoons butter
- Add 1 tablespoon of cold water if required and make a firm dough.
- Roll out into a circle of 150 mm (6″) diameter and 12.5 mm (1/2″) thickness and place on a greased baking tray.
- Prick the crust with a fork at regular intervals.
- Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the half baked crust from the oven.
For the topping
- Combine all the ingredients for the topping in a bowl, keeping aside 1 tablespoon of walnuts to sprinkle on top.3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup diced apples, 5 nos. dried figs, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon lemon juice
How to proceed
- Spoon the topping onto the half-baked crust.
- Sprinkle the balance 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes or till the base is crisp.
- Remove from the oven, cool slightly and cut into wedges.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use peaches instead of apples.
- Use the Sweet Dough recipe instead of the cinnamon crust.
- Just add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to the recipe.
