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Best Creamy Ricotta White Pizza (Pizza Bianca)

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Make this simple, cheesy white pizza at home using a creamy ricotta and garlic sauce instead of tomato sauce. This recipe delivers a satisfying, gourmet-tasting pizza perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese (optional, for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.
  2. Prepare the white sauce: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to a 12 to 14-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
  4. Brush the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil.
  5. Spread the creamy ricotta mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  6. Distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.
  7. Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove the pizza from the oven. Sprinkle with Pecorino Romano cheese, if using, and fresh parsley.
  10. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, brush the edges of the dough with melted butter before baking.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream to the ricotta mixture.
  • This recipe works well with toppings like sautéed spinach or sliced mushrooms added over the mozzarella layer.

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