- Why is the center wet?
- Fresh mozzarella releases water. Use drier types or drain well on paper towels.
- When to add ricotta?
- Add dollops near the end or just before serving to keep it creamy.
- Which gorgonzola?
- 'Dolce' for sweet/mild, 'Piccante' for sharp/spicy.
Four Cheese Pizza (Quattro Formaggi)
The secret to Four Cheese Pizza lies not just in quantity but in selection. Different textures—stretchy mozzarella, bold gorgonzola, hard parmesan, and creamy ricotta—melt at different rates. This play on textures creates a creamy, yet crispy topping. The saltiness and richness balance perfectly with the crispy crust.
Ingredients
1.5
lbs
Pizza Dough (enough for 1 large or 2 medium)
7
oz
Mozzarella cheese (low moisture)
3.5
oz
Gorgonzola cheese
1.75
oz
Parmesan cheese
3.5
oz
Ricotta cheese
2
cloves
Garlic
2
tbsp
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1
handful
Fresh Basil
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Equipment Needed
- Pizza stone or steel
- Pizza cutter
- Parchment paper
- Brush
- Grater
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to max (450-480°F). Heat pizza stone if using.
Tip: Hot stone gives oven spring.
2
✓
Mix crushed garlic with olive oil. Let sit.
Tip: Protects garlic from burning.
3
✓
Stretch dough by hand, leaving a rim.
Tip: Don't use a rolling pin; keep the air bubbles.
4
✓
Brush dough with garlic oil.
Tip: Creates a barrier against soggy toppings.
5
✓
Scatter mozzarella, crumble gorgonzola, sprinkle parmesan. Dollop ricotta on top.
Tip: Small pieces melt evenly.
6
✓
Bake 10-12 minutes until bubbly and spotted brown.
Tip: Brown spots mean flavor (Maillard reaction).
7
✓
Remove and garnish with fresh basil.
Tip: Add basil after baking to preserve aroma.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Pizza Dough (enough for 1 large or 2 medium)
- 7 oz Mozzarella cheese (low moisture)
- 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese
- 1.75 oz Parmesan cheese
- 3.5 oz Ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 handful Fresh Basil