Description
This delicious White Pizza features a rich blend of mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheeses, complemented by fragrant garlic and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Perfect for a light dinner or as a savory appetizer, this pizza is a cheesy, creamy delight that will satisfy any pizza lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup yellow cornmeal (for pizza dough surface)
- 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely grated
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into small pieces
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- Sprinkle a pizza peel or baking sheet with yellow cornmeal to prevent sticking.
- Roll out the pizza dough on the prepared surface to your desired thickness.
- Drizzle olive oil over the dough, spreading it evenly with a brush or your fingers.
- Sprinkle the grated garlic and crushed red pepper flakes over the olive oil.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Scatter torn mozzarella pieces evenly across the dough, followed by spoonfuls of ricotta cheese.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- Dough: You can use store-bought dough for convenience or make your own for an authentic touch.
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to experiment with other cheeses, such as fontina or gouda, for different flavor profiles.
- Crust: If you prefer a thicker crust, increase the dough thickness before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian