Three Cheese Pesto Pizzas
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Three Cheese Pesto Pizzas, a gourmet twist on a homemade pizza night classic! This quick and easy recipe features a golden, crispy crust topped with vibrant pesto sauce, a decadent trio of cheeses—shredded mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and sharp Parmesan—and juicy, oven-roasted cherry tomatoes. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and fresh basil for a fragrant garnish, these personal-sized pizzas are the perfect balance of savory and fresh. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Impress your family and friends with every cheesy, flavorful bite of these pesto pizzas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating for better results.
On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions to make individual pizzas, or keep as one for a larger pizza. Roll each portion into a thin circle or oval, about 8 inches in diameter.
Place the rolled-out dough on parchment paper for easy transfer, or directly onto a baking sheet if not using a stone.
Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce evenly over the surface of each pizza dough circle, leaving a small border for the crust.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto on each pizza.
Dollop small spoonfuls of ricotta cheese evenly across the pizza, using about 2 tablespoons per pizza.
Top with 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese per pizza, distributing it evenly.
Scatter the sliced cherry tomatoes over the top of the cheese layers, ensuring even coverage.
Drizzle 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil over each pizza, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Carefully transfer each pizza to the oven or to the heated pizza stone using the parchment paper, if applicable.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp, and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove the pizzas from the oven. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately. Enjoy your Three Cheese Pesto Pizzas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.1 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.6 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 5402 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.1 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.7 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2227 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1599 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
