White New York Style Pizza with Garlic Ricotta
White New York Style Pizza with Garlic Ricotta
Dive into a unique New York pizza experience with this white pizza, where a rich, garlicky ricotta base replaces traditional tomato sauce. It starts with a classic large, thin, and foldable New York-style crust, baked until it's perfectly crisp and golden. The highlight is a creamy, savory spread made from fresh ricotta cheese, finely minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and a whisper of nutmeg, creating a luxurious foundation. This is generously topped with premium low-moisture mozzarella, which melts into a bubbly, golden layer. This recipe offers a sophisticated twist on a beloved classic, delivering a deeply satisfying and flavorful meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. You can even add spinach or roasted garlic for extra depth.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 18 min
- Total time
- 43 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Prep
- 1Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking steel inside, if using, for at least 30-60 minutes.
- 2In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, minced garlic, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined and creamy.
- 3Lightly flour a clean surface and stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a thin, round shape, about 14-16 inches in diameter, characteristic of a New York style pizza.
Assemble & Bake
- 1Carefully transfer the stretched pizza dough to a piece of parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel.
- 2Brush the edges of the dough with olive oil to create a crisp crust.
- 3Evenly spread the garlic ricotta mixture over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- 4Distribute the shredded low-moisture mozzarella over the ricotta layer.
- 5Slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking steel (or directly onto the oven rack if not using a stone/steel).
- 6Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Serve
- 1Carefully remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes on a wire rack.
- 2Slice and serve hot, optionally with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Protein
- 28 g
- Fat
- 34 g
- Carbs
- 55 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Fat | 34 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
Tips
- Ensure your pizza dough is at room temperature before stretching; this makes it more pliable and easier to work with without tearing.
- For an even crisper crust, preheat your pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet in the oven for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- A brief rest after baking allows the cheese to set slightly, preventing it from sliding off the slice when serving.