Description
This buttery garlic pizza is a delicious and simple recipe perfect for garlic lovers. It features a golden, crispy crust brushed with a rich garlic butter sauce, topped with gooey cheese, and sprinkled with fresh herbs. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, this pizza is always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Pizza:
- 1 pre-made or homemade pizza dough (12-inch size)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Red pepper flakes and fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, parsley, and salt. Set aside.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.
- Add Garlic Butter: Brush the garlic butter sauce generously over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges for the crust.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the garlic butter.
- Bake: Carefully transfer the pizza (with parchment paper) onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add extra toppings like sliced mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or caramelized onions for added flavor.
- For a crispy crust, bake the pizza on a preheated pizza stone.