Jul 14 2026

Half & Half Pesto Pizza Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Make Half & Half Pesto Pizza Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pizza Dough

Pesto Sauce

Method

Pizza Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Pesto Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.

  2. 6

    Adjust Consistency

    If the pesto is too thick, add a little more olive oil to reach your desired consistency.

Pizza Assembly and Baking

  1. 7

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

  2. 8

    Roll out Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll out into a pizza shape, about 12 inches in diameter.

  3. 9

    Add Pesto

    Spread half of the pesto sauce over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

  4. 10

    Add Cheese and Toppings

    Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the pesto, then add cherry tomatoes and dollops of ricotta cheese. Spread the remaining pesto on one half of the pizza.

  5. 11

    Bake Pizza

    Transfer the pizza to a baking stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

  6. 12

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, top with fresh arugula, slice, and serve hot.

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