Burrata Margherita Pizza Recipe
Make Burrata Margherita Pizza 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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Pizza Dough
Pizza Toppings
Method
Pizza Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir lightly and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour along with the olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a round shape about 12 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheeses
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into pieces and distribute it over the sauce. Then, add the burrata cheese, breaking it into smaller pieces as well.
- 9
Season and Bake
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the toppings and drizzle with olive oil. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Add Fresh Basil
Once out of the oven, quickly add the fresh basil leaves on top of the hot pizza.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool for a minute, then slice it into wedges and serve immediately.
