Four Cheese Pizza

This Four Cheese Pizza is a protein-packed delight featuring a harmonious blend of mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, and gorgonzola cheeses. Baked to perfection, it offers a crispy crust and a rich, creamy topping that will satisfy any cheese lover's cravings.

Four Cheese Pizza
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
650 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pizza dough - 250 grams
  • Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
  • Ricotta cheese - 50 grams
  • Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
  • Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled - 30 grams
  • Tomato sauce - 100 grams
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
  3. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  5. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Dollop the ricotta mixture over the pizza sauce and spread it slightly.
  7. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated parmesan and crumbled gorgonzola.
  8. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle dried oregano for added flavor.
  9. Carefully transfer the pizza (with parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
  10. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  11. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  12. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 72 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from the cheese, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in calcium which is essential for strong bones and teeth.

Tags

AmericanHigh ProteinPizza