Description
Classic Margherita Pizza is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and authentic Italian flavors, perfect for any occasion. This pizza features a golden, crispy crust topped with rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Enjoy each bite as it transports you to the streets of Naples, celebrating simplicity at its finest. Whether you’re hosting a pizza night or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced or torn into chunks)
- 1 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside if available.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
- Spread crushed tomatoes evenly on the dough, leaving a half-inch border.
- Distribute mozzarella chunks over the sauce.
- Add fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg