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Lemon Ricotta White Pizza

Bright, fresh, and beautifully simple, this Lemon Ricotta White Pizza combines creamy whipped ricotta infused with lemon zest, shredded mozzarella, and fresh mozzarella medallions for a pizza that’s light yet comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pizza dough store bought or homemade
  • Olive oil
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2-3 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6-8 slices Fresh mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Grated parmesan cheese optional
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Fresh basil leaves optional
  • Flaky sea salt & cracked pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fine grater
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Pastry brush
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer to a baking sheet or hot pizza stone.
  3. In a small bowl, whip together the ricotta cheese and lemon zest until creamy and fluffy.
  4. Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and scatter the minced garlic evenly over it.
  5. Spread the whipped lemon ricotta over the crust, leaving a border for the crust.
  6. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and arrange the fresh mozzarella slices evenly on top.
  7. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, cracked black pepper, and a sprinkle of sea salt.
  8. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  9. Remove from oven and (optionally) top with fresh basil leaves just before serving.