Guinness Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Pizzettes

Name: Guinness Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Pizzettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Butter; 1 whole Yellow Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1/2 teaspoons Granulated Sugar; 2 cups Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/2 pounds Pizza Dough, Homemade Or Store-bought; 3/4 cups Guinness Beer; 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 cup Irish Cheddar Cheese, Shredded; Good Quality Aged Balsamic Vinegar For Drizzling

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons Butter
1 whole Yellow Onion, Thinly Sliced
1/2 teaspoons Granulated Sugar
2 cups Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/2 pounds Pizza Dough, Homemade Or Store-bought
3/4 cups Guinness Beer
1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, Chopped
1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup Irish Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
Good Quality Aged Balsamic Vinegar For Drizzling

1
Preheat oven to 450 F and line a baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper.
2
Set aside.
3
In a large saute pan over medium low heat melt the butter.
4
Add the sliced yellow onion to the pan with the sugar and saute the onions for 10 minutes.
5
Add the sliced mushrooms to the onions along with the salt and pepper, saute for another 5-10 minutes.
6
While the onions and mushrooms are caramelizing, roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thick and use a 2 inch round cookie cutter to cut 8 circles.
7
Place the dough rounds onto the lined baking sheet.
8
Once the onions and mushrooms have caramelized add in the beer and thyme.
9
Continue to cook the mixture over medium low heat until the beer is absorbed and the mixture has thickened.
10
Brush the extra virgin olive oil over the tops of all 8 of the pizzettes.
11
Spoon about a tablespoon or so of the onion and mushroom mixture on each of the pizzettes.
12
Top the onion and mushroom mixture with some of the Irish cheddar cheese.
13
Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and bake at 450 F for approximately 10 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown.
14
Remove the pizzettes from the oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
15
Serve warm or at room temperature.

183

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons Butter, 1 whole Yellow Onion, Thinly Sliced, 1/2 teaspoons Granulated Sugar, 2 cups Cremini Mushrooms, Sliced, and more.

Yes, Guinness Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Pizzettes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!