Easy White Pizza recipe, aka Pizza Bianca, is simple, rustic, and proves that sometimes the fewest toppings make the best pies.
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Sabrina’s White Pizza (Pizza Bianca) Recipe
White Pizza, also known as Pizza Bianca, is a simple rustic pizza recipe that feels and tastes gourmet. Instead of the usual tomato sauce base, the crust is brushed with olive oil, and topped with rich and delicious cheeses. And making the dough from scratch is quick and easy, so fear not! Pair this with a light Italian Salad, and a glass of White Sangria for the perfect meal. Follow my tips below for the best results with your homemade dough.
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Ingredients
Pizza Dough:
- 1 cup warm water , (110 degrees)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast , 1 packet
- 2 1/2 cups bread flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
To Make Pizza:
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese , diced
- 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes , optional
- pinch flaky sea salt or kosher salt , for edge of crust
- 1/4 cup fresh basil , sliced in a thin chiffonade
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
Instructions
Pizza Dough:
- In a stand mixer mix the water, sugar and yeast together and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Add in the flour, oil, salt and garlic powder and whisk together on medium speed until well combined, then swap out for the dough hook and let it knead for 5 minutes on medium speed.
- Remove the dough hook and let it rest, covered with a damp clean towel for 30 minutes before using.
To Make the Pizza:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Roll the pizza dough out to 1/2″ inch thickness on a floured countertop or cutting board about 12″ across.
- Add cornmeal to a 12″ pizza pan and add the pizza dough.
- Layer the pizza (except for the outer 1″ ring) with the olive oil, fresh mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Brush additional olive oil and flaky sea salt around the edge of the pizza dough.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbling and the crust is golden brown then serve topped with basil.
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Chef’s Note
I never forget to put cornmeal on my pizza pan. Spreading cornmeal on the bottom of the pan before adding the dough is a great hack to keep the crust from becoming soggy. The cornmeal acts as a barrier to allow air circulation, resulting in even cooking and a crispy crust. Another important aspect of achieving the perfect crust, is allowing the dough to rest and rise. The dough should have a stretchy and light texture, but will hold its shape after you roll it. Though it’s normal for it to shrink back a bit.
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Can this be made ahead of time?
If fully assembled and unbaked, you can store this in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready, toss in the oven to bake. You don’t want to let it go for longer than 24 hours, because the moisture from the cheese can cause the dough to become soggy.
How to Store White Pizza
- Store: Any pizza should be stored within 2 hours of being at room temperature. You’ll wrap leftover slices individually in plastic wrap, or store them with plastic between layers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: There are several methods to reheat leftovers, including using the oven on a baking sheet covered in foil, using a covered skillet, or using a preheated air fryer for a few minutes. Just try to avoid the microwave so your crust stays crispy.
- Freeze: To properly freeze, allow it to cool entirely before wrapping it whole, or with individual slices in two layers of plastic wrap followed by a layer of foil. You can then store in the freezer for up to two months and reheated from frozen in the oven.
Frequent Questions
Traditionally White Pizza, or Pizza Bianca, isn’t made with a sauce and instead just gets a coat of olive oil, sometimes flavored with garlic and other seasonings, added before the cheese. However, some White Pizza recipes add bechamel or even Alfredo sauces so it depends on the recipe.
You can make this pizza with store bought dough if you want to skip the homemade crust. You can use regular pizza dough or even use crescent roll dough. Get the whole rectangle sheets and shape it into a circle shape to fit your pan.
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