Description
A classic Italian-style white pizza featuring a golden crust topped with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, garlic, and aromatic herbs for a rich and satisfying flavor.
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the topping:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing into a dough.
- Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Roll out dough and place on a baking tray or pizza stone.
- Mix ricotta, garlic, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Spread ricotta mixture over the dough.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.
- Do not overload toppings to avoid soggy pizza.
- Let dough rest properly for best texture.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Best served fresh and hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
