Description
This White Pizza recipe offers a delightful combination of creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and sharp parmesan cheeses atop a perfectly baked crust. With fragrant garlic, olive oil, and fresh basil, it’s a simple yet indulgent pizza that’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it a comforting favorite for any cheese lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings & Toppings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it reaches the high temperature needed for a crispy, golden crust.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a well-floured surface to your desired thickness, shaping it evenly to fit your baking tray or stone.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the entire surface of the rolled dough with olive oil to enhance flavor and promote browning during baking.
- Add Ricotta Cheese: Spread the ricotta cheese evenly across the dough, covering the surface as the creamy base for the white pizza.
- Top with Other Cheeses: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese evenly over the ricotta layer to add gooey texture and savory richness.
- Season: Evenly distribute minced garlic, then sprinkle salt and black pepper over the cheeses to infuse the pizza with balanced savory flavors.
- Bake: Place the prepared pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and cheese melts beautifully.
- Garnish: Remove from the oven and immediately garnish with freshly chopped basil to add a fresh, aromatic finish.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the pizza into portions and serve hot to enjoy the full cheesy, comforting experience.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, bake the pizza on a preheated pizza stone if available.
- You can substitute fresh mozzarella for shredded for extra creaminess.
- Adjust garlic amount based on your flavor preference.
- Fresh basil is best added after baking to preserve its bright flavor and color.
- Use all-purpose flour for rolling out the dough to prevent sticking.
