Description
Looking for an easy dinner idea that ditches the red sauce but doubles down on cheesy flavor? This White Cheese Pizza is a creamy, garlicky dream loaded with melty mozzarella, dollops of ricotta, and savory parmesan—all baked to golden perfection. It’s a crowd-favorite pizza night pick that’s ready in under 30 minutes and works just as well for quick dinners, cozy date nights, or casual get-togethers. If you’re on the hunt for fast food ideas, weeknight dinner inspiration, or even a rich twist on classic pizza, this one’s a must-try.
Ingredients
1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup ricotta cheese
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh arugula (or basil)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Roll out pizza dough into a 10–12 inch round and place on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet.
2. Warm olive oil with garlic in a pan for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Brush the garlic oil over the pizza dough evenly.
4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the base.
5. Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta around the pizza.
6. Add grated parmesan over the top.
7. Bake at 475°F for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
8. Remove from oven and top with arugula, a drizzle of olive oil, and crushed red pepper.
Notes
For extra crispiness, preheat the baking sheet or pizza stone before placing the dough on it.
Add toppings like caramelized onions, mushrooms, or prosciutto for a gourmet twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: easy pizza, white pizza, cheese pizza, no tomato sauce pizza