Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella

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A timeless Italian pizza featuring a hand-stretched crust topped with fresh buffalo mozzarella, vibrant tomato sauce, and fragrant basil leaves. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 29 minutes pairs pizza dough, buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 20 min Cook: 9 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone inside to heat for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, stretch 300 g of pizza dough into a 12-inch round, keeping the edges slightly thicker for a crust.
  3. Step 3: Spread 100 ml of tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  4. Step 4: Tear 150 g of buffalo mozzarella into small pieces and distribute evenly over the tomato sauce.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper over the cheese.
  6. Step 6: Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  7. Step 7: Remove pizza from oven, scatter 10 fresh basil leaves on top, and drizzle 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil before slicing and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 29 minutes (20 min prep + 9 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 Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella?

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 Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella?

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 Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella 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 Wood-Fired Classic Margherita Pizza with Buffalo Mozzarella?

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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