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Fresh Basil and Goat Cheese Pizza

Easy homemade pizza with fresh basil, creamy goat cheese, and tomato sauce on a crispy crust.

Fresh Basil and Goat Cheese Pizza

Make a delicious fresh basil and goat cheese pizza at home with this easy recipe. Crispy crust, fresh flavors, perfect for a quick meal.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
12m
Rest time
2m
Total time
24m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 200 g pizza dough ball
  • 10 g fresh basil leaves
  • 50 g goat cheese log
  • 60 ml tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

Italian

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 230 degrees Celsius (450 degrees Fahrenheit).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough ball on a floured surface to about 25 cm diameter.
  3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the tomato sauce.
  5. Crumble the goat cheese log into small pieces and distribute them evenly on top of the sauce.
  6. Scatter fresh basil leaves over the cheese.
  7. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the pizza.
  8. Add a pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Place the pizza on a baking tray or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted.
  10. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips

  • Use fresh basil leaves for the best flavor.
  • Do not overload the pizza with cheese to keep the crust crispy.
  • Preheat the oven well to get a crispy crust.

Serving Suggestions

  • green salad with vinaigrette
  • chilled white wine
  • roasted vegetables

This fresh basil and goat cheese pizza is a simple, flavorful dish perfect for any pizza lover. Serve warm and enjoy the fresh, creamy taste.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Sodium (g): 0.5
  • Sugar (g): 4
  • Fat (g): 8
  • Carbohydrates (g): 30
  • Protein (g): 9
  • Calories: 250
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.03
  • Saturated Fat (g): 3

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