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Try This Prosciutto Pizza for a Taste of Your Favorite Pizzeria at Home – Crispy, Cheesy & Irresistible

Craving that perfect slice you usually only get from your favorite pizzeria? Meet your new obsession: Prosciutto Pizza, a crispy, cheesy masterpiece topped with delicate slices of salty prosciutto, fresh arugula, melty mozzarella, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s rustic, elegant, and full of Italian flair — and best of all, it’s totally doable at home. This is the pizza you serve to impress. Whether it's date night, pizza night, or a lazy weekend dinner, this prosciutto pizza brings restaurant-level flavor to your kitchen. With a chewy golden crust, creamy cheese base, and perfectly cured meat, each bite is a balance of salty, sweet, tangy, and fresh.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

🍕 For the Pizza Dough (or use store-bought)
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water 110°F
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
🧀 Toppings
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce optional — or try olive oil & garlic for white pizza
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 –8 slices prosciutto thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup baby arugula
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper
🧄 Optional Extras: Fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or a garlic oil drizzle for extra punch.

Equipment

  • To make pizzeria-style prosciutto pizza at home, you’ll need:
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Pizza peel or large spatula (if using a stone)
  • Rolling pin or your hands (for stretching dough)
  • Parchment paper (for easy transfer)
  • Oven-safe skillet or pizza pan (if not using a stone)
  • Knife or pizza cutter
  • 🍕 Optional: A pizza stone and preheated oven will give you that classic crispy base — but a baking sheet works just fine!

Method
 

Step 1: Make or Prepare the Dough
  1. If using homemade dough, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead into a soft dough (about 5 minutes), then cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  3. If using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes so it’s easier to stretch.
Step 2: Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats.
Step 3: Shape the Dough
  1. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll your dough into a 12–14 inch round.
  2. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper for easy transfer.
Step 4: Add Sauce and Cheese
  1. Brush lightly with olive oil or spread with pizza sauce.
  2. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese.
Step 5: Bake
  1. Slide parchment with pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Step 6: Add Prosciutto & Garnish
  1. Remove from oven.
  2. While still hot, layer on prosciutto slices, scatter arugula, sprinkle shaved Parmesan, and drizzle balsamic glaze.
  3. Finish with a twist of black pepper.
🥗 Tip: Add the arugula and prosciutto after baking so they stay fresh and silky.

    Notes

    🧊 Storage & Reheating
    Refrigerator
    Store leftover slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
    Reheating
    Reheat in a 375°F oven for 6–8 minutes, or in a hot skillet to crisp the bottom.
    Avoid microwaving — it softens the crust.
    Freezer
    Freeze fully baked pizza slices (without arugula) for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen.
    🧊 Tip: Add fresh arugula after reheating for that signature bite.
    🥄 Variations
    Craving something different? Try these spins on the prosciutto pizza theme:
    🍄 Mushroom & Prosciutto Pizza – Add sautéed mushrooms before baking.
    🍍 Prosciutto & Pineapple – A salty-sweet combo with fresh pineapple chunks.
    🍯 Hot Honey Prosciutto Pizza – Skip balsamic and drizzle with hot honey instead.
    🍳 Brunch-Style – Crack an egg in the center before baking for a runny-yolk finish.
    🧄 White Garlic Pizza – Skip the red sauce and use garlic oil and ricotta as your base.
    🧀 Four Cheese Prosciutto – Combine mozzarella, Parmesan, goat cheese, and fontina for richness.
    ❓ 10 FAQs
    1. Do I have to use pizza sauce?
    Nope! A light olive oil and garlic base works beautifully with prosciutto for a more refined flavor.
    2. Can I use pre-made pizza dough?
    Absolutely! Store-bought dough makes this recipe super quick.
    3. Should I bake the prosciutto with the pizza?
    It’s best added after baking — it stays tender and doesn't dry out.
    4. Is arugula necessary?
    Not at all. But it adds peppery freshness that balances the richness of the meat and cheese.
    5. Can I use another cheese?
    Mozzarella is classic, but fontina, burrata, goat cheese, or ricotta also work beautifully.
    6. How do I make balsamic glaze at home?
    Simmer 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar with 1 tbsp honey until thickened (~10 mins).
    7. Can I make this in a toaster oven?
    Yes — use a small dough round and adjust cook time to about 8 minutes.
    8. What wine pairs well with prosciutto pizza?
    Try a crisp white like Pinot Grigio or a light red like Chianti.
    9. Can I make this gluten-free?
    Yes — use a gluten-free pizza crust or cauliflower base.
    10. How thin should I slice the prosciutto?
    Ultra-thin! Ask your deli for paper-thin slices or use pre-sliced packaged prosciutto.
    🏁 Conclusion
    This Prosciutto Pizza brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen — no delivery needed. The crisp crust, melty cheese, silky prosciutto, peppery arugula, and tangy balsamic glaze come together in a perfect harmony of flavor and texture.
    Whether you’re entertaining or just treating yourself to something special, this homemade pizza delivers on every level. It’s elegant, quick, and completely crave-worthy — a delicious reminder that great pizza starts with good ingredients and a hot oven.