Description
Indulge in a slice of Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza, a delectable dish that transforms ordinary pizza nights into extraordinary culinary experiences. This pizza features a luscious homemade roasted garlic pesto, blending the rich flavors of roasted garlic and fresh basil. Topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and optional crunchy garnishes, each bite is a delightful burst of flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, movie nights, or casual dinners, this recipe invites you to customize your toppings to suit your taste. With its aromatic essence and satisfying crunch, Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
- 3–4 oz. garlic cloves, peeled
- Olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves
- Toasted pine nuts
- Powdered Parmesan cheese
- Prepared pizza dough
- Grated low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- Optional: toasted panko breadcrumbs
- Optional: chili crunch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Drizzle olive oil over garlic cloves on a baking sheet, season with salt, and roast for about 15 minutes until golden.
- Increase the oven temperature to 450°F and prepare your pizza stone or steel.
- Blend the roasted garlic, fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, powdered Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth.
- Roll out your pizza dough and spread 3/4 cup of the pesto over it while leaving a 1-inch border.
- Top with grated mozzarella cheese and bake on the preheated stone for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For an extra layer of flavor, brush the crust with olive oil before serving. Customize by adding vegetables or grilled chicken as toppings.