Burrata Margherita Pizza
The classic flavors of a Neapolitan margherita pizza are combined with the rich, creamy texture of fresh burrata cheese in this Pizza Margherita con Burrata. Ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and burrata are added at the end for a sumptuous finish, and the homemade pizza is baked at high heat for a crispy but tender crust. Burrata Margherita pizza is a simple way to add real Italian flavor to your kitchen without the need for specialized equipment, making it ideal for entertaining or weeknight dinners.
Servings: 6 Slices
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pizza dough
- 2 Fresh tomatoes large, sliced and drained, ¼-inch thick.
- 8 oz Burrata cheese torn into large chunks.
- 1/2 Cup Basil leaves coarsely chopped or left whole.
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt or to taste.
- 1 tbsp Olive oil – optional for brushing crust.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to at least 500°. If using a pizza stone, allow that to preheat for at least 30 minutes. On a lightly floured surface or on a sheet of parchment paper, roll or stretch the dough to 12 to 14 inches, if making one pizza.
- Use a pastry brush to coat the dough with a layer of olive oil. Evenly distribute the tomato and burrata on top of the dough. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Use a pizza peel to transfer the dough onto the hot stone (if using one.) Or, transfer parchment paper directly on top of the hot stone, if using parchment paper. Allow to bake for 7 to 9 minutes if using a baking stone, or 10 to 12 minutes if using a metal pizza pan. The crust should be golden and the tomatoes slightly blistered.
- Remove from oven and evenly distribute the torn pieces of fresh basil leaves. Allow the pizza to set for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For the Best Burrata Margherita Pizza:
- Drain tomatoes well on paper towels before adding to dough to prevent excess moisture.
- Preheat oven and pizza stone to 500–550°F for at least 30 minutes for best crust texture. Hotter is better!
- Brush crust with olive oil before baking for extra color and flavor.
- Add fresh basil after baking for the best aroma and taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 1575mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 712IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 209mg | Iron: 2mg
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