There are infinite options when it comes to picking pizza toppings, but one ingredient that can never be skipped is cheese. Stringy, melted mozzarella is the quintessential pizza topping, and if you’re looking for the perfect dish to amp up your next movie night with friends or family, this Cheese Overload Pizza holds a special place in the hearts of cheese aficionados.
It starts with a traditional pizza dough, ensuring a crisp, yet tender crust that can hold up to the abundance of cheese. The foundation of the pizza is a tangy tomato sauce, which complements and balances the richness of the cheese. This recipe is straightforward and can be easily adapted to suit personal preferences. Whether you prefer a thicker crust or want to add a touch of garlic or herbs to the dough, the Cheese Overload Pizza offers a flexible base for experimentation. The result is always a delectable, cheese-filled pizza that is sure to impress.
Cheese Overload Pizza Recipe – Serves 4
Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (includes dough resting time), Cooking Time: 15 minutes
The Cheese Overload Pizza is an excellent choice for gatherings, casual dinners, or simply a night in with a comforting meal.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredients |
| 250 g | Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) |
| 300 g | Britannia The Laughing Cow Diced Mozzarella |
| 200 g | Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheezza Block, grated |
| 200 ml | Tomato sauce |
| As needed | Olive oil for brushing |
| As needed | Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish) |
Method
If using homemade dough, prepare according to your recipe and let it rest for 1 hour and then preheat your oven to 220°C.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Transfer the dough to a baking tray or pizza stone. Brush the dough lightly with olive oil.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the Britannia The Laughing Cow Diced Mozzarella over the sauce, followed by the grated Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheezza Block.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Slice and serve hot.