Description
Indulge in the ultimate cheesy delight with this Four Cheese Pizza, a warm embrace of gooey mozzarella, sharp cheddar, nutty parmesan, and smoky gouda atop a crisp golden crust. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a satisfying solo treat, this pizza is easy to prepare and sure to impress. Customize it with your favorite toppings or enjoy its rich flavors as is. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until approximately 12 inches wide and transfer it onto parchment paper.
- Brush olive oil over the dough evenly for moisture and a golden crust.
- Layer with mozzarella as the base followed by cheddar, parmesan, and gouda ensuring all corners are covered.
- Sprinkle dried oregano generously for added flavor.
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
- Slice and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For an extra crispy crust, use a pizza stone during baking. Feel free to substitute cheeses based on preference; feta or provolone can offer unique flavors. Add toppings like sliced peppers or olives for additional flavor.