Description
Indulge in a delightful Cheesy Basil & Garlic Pizza that’s bursting with flavor. This homemade pizza features a perfect harmony of garlic-infused crust, gooey cheeses, and fresh basil leaves, creating a mouthwatering experience with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 1 ball (about 12 oz) pizza dough
Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch diameter.
- Add Toppings: Brush olive oil on the dough, sprinkle garlic, add cheeses, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Finish: Top with fresh basil leaves, let it rest, then slice and serve.
Notes
- Enhance with sliced tomatoes or a balsamic glaze.
- For a crispier crust, bake on a preheated stone or steel.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
