White Pizza W. Fontina Cheese (small) Recipe
Make White Pizza W. Fontina Cheese (small) Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) with sugar and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll out the dough into a small pizza shape, about 10 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Toppings
Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the base. Sprinkle the Fontina cheese on top. Add minced garlic, fresh basil leaves, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.
