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Creamy Roasted Garlic White Pizza Pie – Best Homemade Herb Crust

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This creamy roasted garlic and herb white pizza pie features a velvety garlic ricotta sauce, gooey cheese, and a fragrant homemade herb crust. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing twist on classic pizza, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups bread flour (or all-purpose flour for a lighter texture)
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 2 tsp dried)
  • ½ tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 large head garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk for creaminess)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter sauce)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture)
  • ½ cup shredded provolone (or more mozzarella)
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
  • Optional: Sliced mushrooms, sautéed
  • Optional: Baby spinach leaves
  • Optional: Caramelized onions
  • Optional: Thinly sliced artichoke hearts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 minutes until golden and soft. Let cool, then squeeze out the cloves.
  2. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, olive oil, basil, rosemary, and black pepper. Stir, then knead by hand for 8 minutes (or use a stand mixer with dough hook for 5 minutes) until smooth and elastic. If sticky, add 1 tbsp flour at a time. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 40 minutes, until doubled in size.
  3. In a food processor, blend roasted garlic cloves, ricotta, heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth. (Or mash garlic and mix by hand.) The sauce should be thick but spreadable.
  4. Dust a clean work surface with flour. Punch down dough, turn out, and roll into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet or preheated pizza stone. Brush edges lightly with olive oil.
  5. Spread the creamy roasted garlic sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella, provolone, and feta evenly over sauce. Top with parsley, chives, and any optional veggies. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Transfer pizza to oven and bake at 400°F for 18-22 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and crust is golden. Rotate halfway for even browning. If edges brown too fast, tent lightly with foil.
  7. Remove pizza from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with more fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For best results, use low-moisture mozzarella and avoid overloading with sauce or wet toppings. Roasting the garlic until soft and caramelized is key for mellow flavor. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based cheeses and cream. Bake directly on a hot pizza stone or inverted baking sheet for a crispier crust.

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