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Homemade Margarita Pizza

A quick and easy homemade pizza topped with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and tomato sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Feel free to use store-bought for convenience.
Toppings
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Opt for low moisture for best melting results.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Choose a quality sauce for optimal flavor.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil If unavailable, dried basil can be substituted in the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good alternative.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to get ready for the pizza party!
  2. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface, making it to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
  5. Tear pieces of fresh mozzarella and scatter them across the sauce generously.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil for added richness.
  7. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil.

Notes

Use parchment paper under your pizza for easy transfer and cleanup. For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for a few minutes before adding toppings. You can also experiment with different cheese types for variety. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.