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Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza

A gourmet-style pizza topped with creamy roasted garlic, fresh basil pesto, melty mozzarella, and juicy tomatoes—all on a golden, crisp crust. Simple, bold, and bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ball pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 head garlic
  • ½ cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or balsamic glaze for serving

Method
 

  1. Roast the Garlic:
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off a head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze out the cloves and mash into a paste.
  3. Prep the Oven and Dough:
  4. Increase oven temp to 475°F (245°C). Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone.
  5. Assemble the Pizza:
  6. Brush dough with a little olive oil. Spread roasted garlic paste evenly over the base. Add a layer of pesto, followed by mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan.
  7. Bake:
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  9. Finish and Serve:
  10. Garnish with fresh basil. Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze or sprinkle red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

  • Add protein: Top with grilled chicken, prosciutto, or Italian sausage.
  • Crust tip: Pre-bake dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings for extra crispiness.
  • Storage: Leftovers keep in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.
  • No roasted garlic? Use 2 minced garlic cloves sautéed in olive oil as a quick substitute.