Cheesy White Garlic Pizza with Spinach, Mozzarella & Ricotta
A creamy white pizza topped with garlic-infused olive oil, melted mozzarella, dollops of ricotta, and fresh spinach. Comforting, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese low-moisture
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach raw or lightly sautéed
- 4 –5 garlic cloves thinly sliced or roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: grated Parmesan red pepper flakes, fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to heat.
- Prepare dough: Roll out pizza dough on parchment paper into a thin round or rectangle.
- Add garlic base: Brush olive oil evenly over the dough and scatter garlic slices across the surface.
- Add cheeses: Sprinkle mozzarella evenly, then spoon ricotta in small dollops over the pizza.
- Top with spinach: Distribute spinach evenly. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake: Transfer pizza (with parchment) onto the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10–14 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Finish & serve: Remove from oven and finish with Parmesan, fresh basil, or red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Roasted garlic: Roast garlic first for a sweeter, milder flavor.
- Extra veggies: Add mushrooms, caramelized onions, or artichokes.
- Cheese swap: Replace ricotta with mascarpone or cream cheese for extra richness.
- Fresh finish: A touch of lemon zest after baking brightens the flavors.
- Spicy kick: Add chili flakes or cracked chili oil before serving.
Storage
- Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or a skillet to keep the crust crisp.
- Freezing is not recommended, as ricotta can become watery when reheated.