Classic Margherita Pizza

Recipe

Classic Margherita Pizza

Traditional Neapolitan pizza with fresh mozzarella, basil, and San Marzano tomatoes.

Region

Europe

Cuisine Type

Italian (Traditional & Heritage)

Categories

Main Dishes • Baking

Dietary Preferences

Vegetarian, Nut-Free

Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

1 hour 30 min

Servings

8

Skill Level

Intermediate

Ingredients

Nutritional Info (Per serving)

Calories

320

Protein

12g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

10g

Instructions

Activate yeast: Mix yeast with warm water (40°C/105°F). Let sit 5 mins until frothy.

Tip: Use a thermometer – water over 43°C kills yeast!

Make dough: Combine flour + salt. Add yeast mixture. Knead 10 mins until smooth.

Tip: Pass the “windowpane test” – stretch dough until translucent.

First rise: Oil bowl, cover dough, rest 1 hour until doubled.

Preheat oven: Place pizza stone in oven. Heat to 250°C (480°F) for 30 mins. 

Shape dough: Roll into 30cm circle. Spread sauce, leave 1cm border.

Add toppings: Tear mozzarella over sauce. Drizzle olive oil.

Bake: Slide onto stone. Cook 8–10 mins until crust blisters.

Finish: Top with basil. Slice immediately.
 
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