Cheesy Italian Herb Pizza
A delicious homemade Italian Herb Pizza topped with mozzarella cheese and fresh herbs, perfect for any family dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet or pizza stone
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 1 Rolling Pin
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Toppings
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 60 minutes.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to the desired thickness. Transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
Assembling the Pizza
- Preheat the oven to 475°F. Drizzle olive oil over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle minced garlic evenly, followed by mozzarella slices. Scatter fresh herbs and red pepper flakes over the cheese. Season with salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.
Serving
- Slice the pizza into 8 pieces. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh basil if desired.
Storage
- Allow the pizza to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use a pizza stone for a crispy crust. Let the dough rise in a warm place for the best results.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use any fresh herbs available. Substitute store-bought dough if short on time.
How to Serve: Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the dough a day in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use any fresh herbs available. Substitute store-bought dough if short on time.
How to Serve: Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the dough a day in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to use.