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Creamy Garlic Ricotta White Pizza (Pizza Bianca)

A thick, square slice of rich white pizza topped with creamy ricotta cheese, olive oil, and fresh parsley.
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Make this comforting Creamy Garlic Ricotta White Pizza, a flavorful alternative to traditional tomato sauce pizza. This recipe uses a rich cheese base for a satisfying homemade pizza night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in your oven and preheat to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius) for at least 30 minutes.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll your pizza dough into a 12 to 14-inch circle. Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper or a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Brush this garlic oil mixture evenly over the surface of the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth. This is your creamy cheese base.
  5. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the garlic-oiled dough.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.
  7. Carefully slide the pizza (with the parchment paper, if using) onto the preheated stone or baking sheet in the oven.
  8. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned in spots.
  9. Remove the pizza from the oven. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the hot pizza.
  10. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before slicing and serving immediately.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, ensure your oven and baking surface are fully preheated before adding the pizza.
  • If you prefer a New York Style White Pizza, use a blend of shredded whole-milk mozzarella and Pecorino Romano cheese instead of just mozzarella.
  • You can add thinly sliced mushrooms or cooked spinach to the ricotta mixture for extra flavor.

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