New York Style Spinach and Ricotta Pizza

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of New York Style Spinach and Ricotta Pizza, a sophisticated twist on classic pizza night! This recipe combines a perfectly crisp homemade pizza crust with a dreamy ricotta cheese base infused with Parmesan, garlic, and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Topped with a generous layer of sautéed spinach and gooey melted mozzarella, this pizza achieves a mouthwatering balance of rich flavors and fresh ingredients. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this pizza is baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Serve it hot and experience a slice of New York's iconic pizza culture in your own kitchen! Perfect keywords: New York-style pizza recipe, spinach ricotta pizza, homemade pizza.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ball (12-inch sized) Pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon (optional) Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet on the center rack to heat.

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean surface and stretch or roll out the pizza dough to a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper or a pizza peel dusted with a little cornmeal.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well.

Step 5

Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 6

Top the ricotta layer with the sautéed spinach, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the pizza (on the parchment paper, if using) to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade New York Style Spinach and Ricotta Pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(822.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1716.8

Total Fat 85.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 280.9mg	0%
Sodium 4139.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 103.2g	0%

Vitamin D 27.1IU	0%
Calcium 2551.0mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 780.3mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 33.4%