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Parmesan Margherita pizza served
Italian Margherita pizza with Parmesan cheese

Parmesan Crusted Margherita Pizza

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Cakes and Desserts
Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano) is an umami bomb. In this recipe, we boost the neutrality of soft, milky mozzarella with the salty, crystalline character of aged cheese. Parmesan doesn't just flavor; it forms a crispy golden-brown layer on top during baking, creating a textural contrast.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 12 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 32 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 720 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Dough bowl
  • Fine cheese grater
  • Baking sheet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Prepare dough: mix dry ingredients, add wet ones, knead until smooth. Proof for 1 hour.

Tip: Kneading creates the gluten network, the 'spine' of the dough. If weak, gas bubbles escape and pizza stays flat.
2 ✓

Roll out dough round, place on sheet. Spread with tomato, top with mozzarella.

Tip: Preheat the sheet if you can, but be careful placing the dough!
3 ✓

Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan.

Tip: Parmesan is a low-moisture cheese so it won't soak the pizza; its fat helps toppings brown.
4 ✓

Bake at 480°F (250°C) for 10-12 minutes until cheeses melt together and get a golden crust.

Tip: Amino acids (tyrosine crystals) in Parmesan add crispy texture when baked.
5 ✓

Garnish with basil and drizzle with oil when serving.

Tip: Oil highlights the nutty aroma of Parmesan.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use pre-grated Parmesan?
Preferably not. Bagged grated cheeses often contain anti-caking agents and don't melt nicely. Freshly grated is best.
Is Grana Padano okay?
Yes, a similar hard cheese with slightly softer flavor. Perfect substitute.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb 2 oz Flour
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast (0.25 oz)
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3/4 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 9 oz Mozzarella Cheese (sliced)
  • 2 oz Parmesan Cheese (finely grated)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil