Last summer we vacationed at the Homestead Resort and this honey ham flatbread pizza was on the menu at one of the restaurants. I had it for lunch and loved it so much I had to re-create it at home. It was unlike any other pizza I’ve ever had, as it’s “secret” ingredient is honey lightly drizzled on top. It’s the perfect balance of salty and sweet for a main course!
Every ingredient used lends an important element to the dish. The flatbread is thin and crunchy, white cheddar adds the proper sharp-salty layer, and the arugula added at the end gives it freshness. There’s slight sweetness from the ham, caramelized onions, and honey, and every bite of this pizza is pure bliss.
If you like non-traditional pizza flavors, this one is a MUST-TRY.
This pizza can be enjoyed as a main dish meal, or as an appetizer. I just love flatbread pizza as an appetizer.
Honey Ham Flatbread Pizza
- Prepared flatbread pizza crust
- honey ham
- white cheddar
- 1 onion, caramelized
- honey
- arugula
To caramelize the onions, cut into thin strips and separate the pieces.
Add about 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil to a saute pan and heat over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook until tender, stirring often.
The onions will begin to brown and stick to the pan. Add a small amount of balsamic vinegar {about 1 – 1 1/2 Tablespoons} to the pan and begin de-glazing it {stirring and scraping up the bits that have stuck to the pan}.
Continue cooking and stirring until vinegar has evaporated and onions are soft and darkened. Remove from pan.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Prepare pizza by layering on the white cheddar, ham, and onion. Cook according to crust directions or until cheese is melted and crust is lightly brown around the edges.
Remove pizza and very lightly drizzle the honey over the top. Top it off with the arugula and slice and serve.
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This looks like a great combo of flavors! What brand of prepared crust did you use since it’s so thin?
Honestly, I can’t remember what brand I picked up at the time! It could have been something regional(?) You can also use any prepared thin pizza crust. The flavors on top are really what make this special. You definitely don’t want a thick or doughy crust though.