Creamy Garlic Cheese Pizza with Fresh Basil
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Creamy Garlic Cheese Pizza with Fresh Basil—a gourmet homemade pizza that's pure comfort food bliss. This recipe features a rich and velvety garlic Parmesan cream sauce as the base, perfectly complemented by melted mozzarella and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional spice. The golden, crispy crust is prepared on a bed of cornmeal for added texture, while vibrant fresh basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Quick and easy to make with just 20 minutes of prep time, this pizza is perfect for a cozy dinner or entertaining guests. Whether you're a garlic lover or a cheese enthusiast, this dish delivers a restaurant-quality experience right from your oven.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and, if using, place a pizza stone in the oven to heat.
Step 2
Roll out the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface, shaping it into a 12-inch circle. Sprinkle a pizza peel or baking sheet with cornmeal and transfer the dough onto it.
Step 3
In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
Step 4
Slowly add the heavy cream to the saucepan and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it begins to thicken.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 3/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until smooth.
Step 6
Spread the creamy garlic sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges for the crust.
Step 7
Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.
Step 8
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top.
Step 10
Slice and serve the pizza while warm. Enjoy your homemade Creamy Garlic Cheese Pizza with Fresh Basil!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1366.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2910.0 |
| Total Fat 167.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 416.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4694.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 220.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.9g | |
| Protein 106.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2341.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2313.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories