Nothing beats the comfort of a warm, melty cheese pizza fresh out of the oven. With its golden crust, stretchy mozzarella, and savory sauce, this quick recipe delivers that classic pizzeria taste right from your own kitchen. Perfect for weeknights, game days, or any time you crave something cheesy and satisfying!
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough
- ⅓ cup pizza sauce (80 mL)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (115 g)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (20 g)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Position a rack in the lower third of your oven and preheat to 475°F. This high heat helps achieve that crisp, golden crust every pizza deserves.
Step 2: Shape the Dough
Lightly flour your work surface, then stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it carefully onto a non-stick baking sheet or pizza pan for easy baking.
Step 3: Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust. Sprinkle mozzarella generously, then finish with parmesan for extra flavor.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese bubbles with a slight golden edge. Let cool a few minutes before slicing then enjoy that gooey, cheesy goodness!
Tip from the Kitchen
For an extra-crispy crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone before placing the dough on it. It gives your pizza that perfect crunch on the bottom!
Cheese Pizza
Equipment
- Baking sheet non-stick or lightly greased
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough pizza dough
- ⅓ cup pizza sauce (≈ 80 mL)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (≈ 115 g)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (≈ 20 g)
Instructions
- Position an oven rack in the lower third and preheat the oven to 475 °F (≈ 246 °C).
- On a lightly floured surface, stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to a non-stick baking sheet.
- Spread the pizza sauce on the dough leaving a 1-inch border, then sprinkle with the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the crust is browned and the cheese is bubbling and starting to brown. Let it cool a few minutes before cutting and serving.