Margherita Pizza Recipe
Classic pizza with mozzarella and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix together until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Assembling and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
- 7
Prepare Pizza Base
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 8
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter them over the sauce.
- 9
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pizza and sprinkle with salt.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.