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Perfectly Easy Summertime Caprese Pizza for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy the taste of summer with this easy Summertime Perfect Caprese Pizza, combining fresh ingredients in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Caprese Pizza, Easy Dinner, Fresh Ingredients, Pizza Night, Quick Meal, Summer Recipes
Servings: 4 slices
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 package Pizza Dough Use fresh store-bought dough for convenience.

For the Toppings

  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Opt for balls packed in water.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Choose the juiciest and sweetest ones.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Be generous to enhance flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Glaze For a sweet and tangy finishing touch.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin for the best taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) for a crispy crust.
  • Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
  • Brush the rolled-out dough with extra virgin olive oil, then layer on slices of fresh mozzarella.
  • Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over the mozzarella, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, looking for bubbling cheese and a golden crust.
  • After baking, add fresh basil leaves and drizzle balsamic glaze on top.

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping mozzarella for burrata or adding grilled vegetables. For a bit of heat, add crushed red pepper before baking.