Name: Burrata Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 37 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 Homemade Whole Wheat Pizza Dough (or 1 store bought pizza dough); ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; ½ cup pizza sauce or pesto sauce; ½ cup cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved; 8 ounces burrata cheese; ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes (plus additional to taste, optional); Pinch flaky sea salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel); Fresh basil leaves for garnish

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Introduction

This Burrata Pizza is a simple yet elegant dish that highlights creamy burrata cheese, fresh tomatoes, and a crispy whole wheat crust. Perfect for a cozy night in or a casual gathering, it combines vibrant flavors with easy homemade or store-bought dough.

The image shows a close-up of a pizza on a white marbled surface. The pizza has one main layer of golden brown crust with some charred spots. On top, there is a spread of bright red tomato sauce with patches of melted white mozzarella cheese that is creamy and slightly bubbly. Scattered across the surface are small red and yellow cherry tomato halves and whole basil leaves that add green color and freshness. Near the pizza edge, a knife with a wooden handle rests on the white marbled surface, and there are some extra cherry tomatoes and basil leaves around it. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 Homemade Whole Wheat Pizza Dough (or 1 store bought pizza dough)
½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ cup pizza sauce or pesto sauce
½ cup cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes (halved)
8 ounces burrata cheese
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes (plus additional to taste, optional)
Pinch flaky sea salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel)

Instructions

Step 1: Position oven racks in the lower third and upper third of the oven. Place a pizza stone in the lower third and preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C).
Step 2: Lay a large sheet of parchment paper on a work surface and lightly coat an 11-inch circle with nonstick spray. Mist the dough ball with nonstick spray and roll it into a 10-inch circle. Cover with another parchment sheet and continue rolling and patting into an 11½-inch circle.
Step 3: Remove the top parchment sheet. Lightly dust the dough with all-purpose flour using your hands or a pastry brush and brush off excess. Dust a pizza peel generously with flour (or use the back of a flat baking sheet). Flip the dough onto the peel, parchment side up, then carefully remove and discard the remaining parchment.
Step 4: Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ¾-inch border for the crust. Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes on top and brush the crust with olive oil.
Step 5: Carefully remove the hot pizza stone from the oven and slide the dough onto it. Bake on the lower rack for 10 minutes. If the dough won’t slide off the peel, bake it on the baking sheet on the lower rack for 5 minutes to set the bottom, then slide it onto the hot stone and bake for another 5 minutes.
Step 6: Remove the pizza from the oven and distribute the burrata cheese evenly over the top. Return the pizza to the oven on the upper rack and bake for 3 to 4 minutes, until the cheese is hot and melty.
Step 7: Transfer the pizza to a cutting board. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and flaky sea salt. Add fresh basil if desired. Slice and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use pesto sauce instead of pizza sauce for a fresh, herbaceous twist.
For extra flavor, drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the finished pizza before serving.
If you don’t have a pizza stone, a preheated heavy baking sheet can also work well.
Add fresh basil after baking for a bright, aromatic touch.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to keep the crust crisp; avoid using the microwave to prevent sogginess. Burrata is best enjoyed fresh, so try to consume the pizza soon after baking.

How to Serve

A round pizza with a golden-brown thick crust is placed on white parchment paper over a white marbled surface; it has one slice slightly pulled out. The bottom base is covered with a bright red tomato sauce, topped by large, uneven white melted cheese patches. Scattered on top are shiny red cherry tomatoes, some whole and some halved, and fresh dark green basil leaves spread across the pizza. There are tiny red chili flakes sprinkled lightly on the cheese and sauce. Around the pizza on the marbled surface are a few loose cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of burrata?

Yes, fresh mozzarella can be used as a substitute, though burrata offers a creamier texture that makes the pizza special.

What if I don’t have a pizza stone?

A heavy, preheated baking sheet works well as an alternative. Just place the dough on the hot sheet and bake as directed, adjusting baking times if necessary.