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Bacon Goat Cheese Tomato Corn Pizza. A summertime pizza loaded with all the best things – sweet roasted shallots, cherry tomatoes, melty cheese, tangy goat cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh basil. I threw on some yellow corn too, because it’s summer and I love that little burst of sweetness it adds. This is one of those recipes that takes full advantage of all the summer produce at the markets right now – simple, fun, and so delicious!
It’s been a minute since I made a homemade pizza, but with all the summer tomatoes and sweet yellow corn popping up everywhere, I couldn’t resist baking up a fresh pizza pie!
I’ve actually been dreaming up this combination for months. It was inspired by an old tomato galette I shared way back in 2014. Isn’t that wild? I love looking back to see how much things have changed—especially my writing and definitely the photos! But honestly? I still adore that recipe. It’s a bit more time-intensive, but so perfect for summer days when you’re in the mood to bake something cozy but seasonal.
This pizza has a lot of those same vibes but with different flavors. No garlic here, but instead sweet cherry tomatoes roasted with thinly sliced shallots until the tomatoes burst and the shallots caramelize and mellow out.
From there, I layered on tangy goat cheese and crisp bacon—salty, creamy, and so good with those jammy tomatoes and sweet shallots. I added fresh corn, right off the cob. It was the perfect pop of sweet, summery flavor and brought everything together in the yummiest way!
Here are the details
Ingredients
- salted butter
- cherry tomatoes
- shallots
- fresh thyme
- chili flakes
- pizza dough – make sure this is at room temperature and not cold
- fig preserves
- crumbled goat cheese
- cooked bacon
- fresh basil
- low-moisture mozzarella
- yellow corn
Tools
You’ll need a baking dish and baking sheet to make this pizza. Alternatively, you can grill the pizza instead of oven-roasting. Both are really delicious options!
Steps
Step 1: the pizza dough
I do make my own dough, but feel free to grab your favorite store-bought dough. I love the options from Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods.
If you’re going the homemade route, I highly recommend making the dough a day or two ahead. I’ve been doing this lately and it bakes up like real-deal pizza shop dough every time. The extra resting time gives the dough more flavor and makes the crust chewier. So good!
Step 2: roast the tomatoes and shallots
Toss the cherry tomatoes and shallots in a baking dish with butter, fresh thyme, and chili flakes. Roast everything until the tomatoes burst and the shallots caramelize.
I always like to roast the tomatoes ahead to keep the pizza from turning soggy. Roasting brings out their sweetness, and those shallots? Buttery, a little salty, a little sweet—truly delish.
Step 3: prep the dough
Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a baking sheet. You can also grill this pizza—just use a pizza stone and crank the grill to its highest setting. Make sure to preheat the stone for at least an hour to get that crispy crust.
Step 4: add the toppings
Now for the fun part! Start with a thin layer of preserves (apricot or fig are great), then add the roasted tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese, chopped bacon, and some torn basil. Finish with a handful of shredded mozzarella.
Pull apart the shallots and arrange the petals over the top, then sprinkle on the sweet corn.
Slide the pizza into the oven (or onto the grill) and bake until the crust is golden and the cheese is all bubbly and melty.
Serving
As soon as the pizza comes out of the oven, top with more fresh basil. Slice it up and serve while warm—such a yummy way to celebrate summer produce!
Looking for other pizza recipes? Here are some favorites.
3 Cheese Prosciutto Peach Pizza
Pull Apart Roasted Garlic Pizza Dip Sliders
Pesto Pizza with Feta Stuffed Crust
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Easy Sheet Pan Tomato Herb Pizza
Pesto Potato Burrata Pizza with Spicy Arugula
Calabrian Chili Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
Lastly, if you make this Bacon Goat Cheese Tomato Corn Pizza, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Corn Tomato and Bacon Goat Cheese Pizza
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 399 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.2. In a baking dish, combine the butter, tomatoes, shallots, and thyme. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Bake 15-20 mins, until the tomatoes burst.3. On a lightly floured surface, push the dough out until it’s thin (about a 10-12 inch circle). Transfer the dough to a baking sheet. Spread the fig preserves over the dough. Add the tomatoes, goat cheese, bacon, and basil. Top with mozzarella. Pull the shallots apart and arrange over the cheese. Add the corn. 4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling. Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil. Slice and enjoy!
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