What kind of fig preserves should I buy?

Look for a spreadable preserve with visible fig pieces (Black Mission or Calimyrna are common). Avoid super-runny jams. Fig spread or fig butter can work too.

Can I use prosciutto crudo vs. prosciutto cotto?

Yes — prosciutto crudo (raw, thin-cured) gives that melt-in-your-mouth saltiness. Prosciutto cotto (cooked ham) is milder. Both work depending on your flavor goals.

Will this pizza be too sweet?

Not if you use a thin layer of fig jam. The salt from the prosciutto and the tang from the goat cheese balance the sweetness perfectly.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Absolutely. Use a gluten-free crust or cauliflower crust. Mind cooking times — thinner crusts will need less bake time.

My oven doesn’t reach 500°F. Is it ruined?

Not at all. 450°F works fine. Your crust might not be quite as blistered, but it’ll still taste fantastic.

How do I avoid soggy pizza?

Spread jam thin, avoid over-topping, and use a preheated stone or steel. Bake hot and fast.

Charcuterie Pizza: Fig Jam, Goat Cheese & Prosciutto (Party Favorite)

Name: Charcuterie Pizza: Fig Jam, Goat Cheese & Prosciutto (Party Favorite)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 24 min
Ingredients: 1 uncooked pizza crust (store-bought or homemade); 2/3 cup fig preserves; 1½ cups shredded mozzarella; 3–4 slices prosciutto, torn into bite-sized pieces; 2 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Ingredients

Scale

1 uncooked pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
2/3 cup fig preserves
1½ cups shredded mozzarella
3–4 slices prosciutto, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Instructions

1. Heat the oven
Turn your oven to 500°F and allow it to reach temperature. If you own a pizza stone, set it inside while the oven warms so it heats through — this helps the bottom of the crust crisp up beautifully.

2. Shape the crust
On a sheet of parchment or a silicone mat, press or roll the dough out thinly into a rough oval or rectangle. Try to keep the thickness even so the pizza cooks uniformly.

3. Layer the toppings
Spread the fig preserves thinly across the dough, stopping about ½ inch from the edge to form a small rim. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the jam, then scatter the torn prosciutto. Finish by dotting the surface with crumbled goat cheese.

4. Bake
Using the parchment as a sling, slide the pizza onto the hot stone or a preheated baking sheet. Bake 7–9 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and the edges show golden brown spots.

5. Rest and serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it sit for a couple of minutes to settle. Slice and plate. Enjoy immediately while the goat cheese is soft and the crust is still crisp.

Notes

Quick tip: If you prefer the prosciutto less cooked, add most of it after baking or reserve a few slices to tuck on top when the pizza comes out.

Nutrition

Calories: 1500
Fat: 80 g
Carbohydrates: 140 g
Protein: 70 g