Cherry Tomato and Bocconcini Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this vibrant and flavorful Cherry Tomato and Bocconcini Pizza! Featuring a perfectly crisp homemade crust, this pie is topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese, and a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan for a deliciously melty finish. A drizzle of olive oil, a hint of garlic, and a touch of seasoning bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, while fresh basil adds a fragrant, herbaceous flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick, gourmet-style dinner. Serve it warm with a refreshing side salad or your favorite beverage for a meal that’s as easy as it is irresistible. Perfect for fans of authentic Italian flavors and fresh, wholesome ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece (about 12-inch round) Pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup Bocconcini cheese, drained and halved
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.

Step 2

Lightly flour your work surface and stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for easier handling.

Step 3

Brush the surface of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, making sure to cover the edges as well. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the dough.

Step 4

Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and bocconcini evenly across the pizza base. Leave a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 5

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the toppings, followed by a light drizzle of the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Season the pizza with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes. Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Enjoy your Cherry Tomato and Bocconcini Pizza warm with a side salad or favorite beverage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(785.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1117.2

Total Fat 51.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 56mg	0%
Sodium 2179.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 48.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 674.6mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 989.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 42.8%