Description
This White Pizza (Pizza Bianca) with Ricotta is a rich, cheesy, and garlicky twist on classic pizza. Made with ricotta, mozzarella, and provolone layered over golden pizza dough, it’s a creamy and savory comfort food that pairs beautifully with fresh herbs. Simple, indulgent, and perfect for pizza night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough, room temperature (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced (approximately 1 Tablespoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3–4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or ripped in small pieces
- 2–3 ounces provolone cheese, freshly shredded (about 1–1.5 cups)
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a large circle or rectangle, about 12–14 inches wide.
- Brush the dough with olive oil, then sprinkle on the garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread dollops of ricotta evenly over the dough, then top with mozzarella pieces and shredded provolone.
- Carefully transfer the prepared pizza onto the hot stone or baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–14 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle with a little extra olive oil, and sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes or a pinch of Italian seasoning before baking.
- If you don’t have a pizza stone, a preheated baking sheet works well.
- Make it heartier by adding sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pizza)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: white pizza, pizza bianca, ricotta pizza, homemade pizza, vegetarian pizza