Margherita Pizza
Classic Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
A beginner-friendly pizza project with clear dough handling, simple toppings, and high-heat baking.
Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Medium
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Heat the oven
Set a pizza stone or tray in the oven and heat to the highest setting available.
Optional timer: 30 min
Shape the dough
Stretch the dough gently into a round, keeping the rim slightly thicker.
Optional timer: 4 min
Top the pizza
Spread the tomatoes lightly, then add mozzarella and a small drizzle of olive oil.
Optional timer: 3 min
Bake and finish
Bake until blistered, then scatter basil leaves over the top before slicing.
Optional timer: 10 min
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