Description
This authentic White Pizza, also known as Pizza Bianca, is a creamy and flavorful Italian-style pizza made without tomato sauce. Topped with ricotta, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, garlic, and fresh herbs, it delivers a crispy crust with rich cheesy goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for brushing
- Fresh basil or thyme leaves
- Salt to taste
- Fresh arugula (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Extra mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a pizza stone in the oven if using.
- Punch down the dough and roll it into a large circle or rectangle.
- Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking tray or pizza peel.
- Brush the dough lightly with olive oil.
- Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add torn mozzarella pieces and sprinkle Pecorino Romano cheese over the top.
- Scatter minced garlic and fresh herbs across the pizza.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.
- Store-bought pizza dough can be used for convenience.
- Spinach, mushrooms, onions, or artichokes make excellent additions.
- Reheat slices in a skillet or oven to maintain crispness.
- Fresh basil, thyme, oregano, or rosemary pair beautifully with white pizza.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
