Three-Cheese White Pizza with Pesto Recipe
This easy Three-Cheese White Pizza with Pesto combines a crispy pizza crust topped with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and flavorful pesto, baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a delicious twist on classic pizza, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: One 12-inch pizza, serves 2-3 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Dough and Cheese
- 1 ball pizza dough (about 12 inches)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
For the Topping
- 3 tablespoons pesto sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Add the pesto: Spread the pesto evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Layer the cheeses: Dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the pesto, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
- Bake the pizza: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough depending on your preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- If you don’t have pesto, you can substitute with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and fresh basil.
- Keep an eye on the pizza while baking to avoid overcooking the crust or burning the cheese.
Keywords: Three-Cheese Pizza, White Pizza, Pesto Pizza, Italian Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe
