Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola

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A rich and decadent baked pizza featuring a blend of mozzarella, parmesan, gorgonzola, and provolone cheeses on a thin crust. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs pizza dough, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 250 g pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle, then transfer to a piece of parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough surface lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil mixed with 1 minced garlic clove, spreading evenly.
  4. Step 4: Evenly sprinkle 100 g shredded mozzarella, 50 g finely grated parmesan, 50 g crumbled gorgonzola, and 50 g shredded provolone cheeses over the dough.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme and 1/4 tsp black pepper over the cheeses.
  6. Step 6: Slide the pizza with parchment onto the preheated stone or baking sheet, bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven, let cool for 2 minutes, then slice and serve while warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Four-Cheese Pizza with Parmesan and Gorgonzola?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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