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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing 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 and Rise
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (around 250°C / 482°F) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- 5
Shape Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into two portions. Roll out one portion into a circle on a floured surface.
- 6
Add Toppings
Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Tear fior di latte cheese and distribute it over the sauce. Drizzle with olive oil and scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
- 7
Bake
Transfer the pizza to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 8
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy!
