Pesto Burrata Pizza with Pepperoni: A Flavor Bomb
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Homemade Pesto Burrata Pizza with Pepperoni: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, usually about 12 inches in diameter.
- Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
- Spread the basil pesto evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and distribute it over the pesto. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly across the pizza, ensuring that every bite has that savory flavor.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for an extra layer of flavor.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the pizza for added richness.
- Using a pizza peel or the parchment paper, carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
- Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into wedges.
- Top with fresh basil leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This pizza is delicious served fresh out of the oven.
<li.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg