Best 5 Basil Goat Cheese Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our Basil Goat Cheese Pizza, where flavors dance harmoniously on a crispy crust. This delectable pizza is a symphony of fresh basil, creamy goat cheese, and tangy tomato sauce, topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of umami.

If you're craving something a bit more substantial, try our hearty Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza, featuring savory sausage, spicy pepperoni, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Meat lovers, rejoice!

For a vegetarian delight, our Roasted Vegetable Pizza is a colorful masterpiece, adorned with roasted bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and red onions. The balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the smoky roasted vegetables.

If you're looking for a lighter option, our Spinach and Feta Pizza is a delightful choice. Fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil create a symphony of flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied yet refreshed.

And for those with a sweet tooth, our Nutella and Banana Pizza is a dessert pizza like no other. Imagine a crispy crust topped with creamy Nutella, sliced bananas, and a sprinkle of chopped nuts. It's the perfect ending to a satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIL GOAT CHEESE PIZZA



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This is among my husband's favorite dinners! The flavors compliment each other so well and it is so easy! I use frozen bread dough to speed the process. Set out dough before you leave for work and you are ready to go by the time you get home!

Provided by REINEJESSICA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 2h51m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 pound) loaf frozen white bread dough, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh basil, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
¾ cup Italian tomato sauce
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
2 sprigs fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Allow dough to rise in a covered bowl until doubled in bulk.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Roll the dough on a floured surface into a 15-inch circle. Roll the edges towards the center to form a crust, leaving a 12-inch circle. Brush the entire crust generously with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, 1 sprig of chopped basil, and rosemary. Bake in preheated oven until the crust begins to turn golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Spread the crust with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with 2 sprigs of chopped basil and goat cheese. Bake in preheated oven until the crust is brown, and the pizza has heated through, about 8 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1168 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

ROASTED RED PEPPER-TOMATO PIZZA WITH GOAT CHEESE, BASIL AND RED CHILI OIL



Roasted Red Pepper-Tomato Pizza with Goat Cheese, Basil and Red Chili Oil image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
3/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees F)
1 3/4 to 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus additional for kneading and dredging
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon for greasing the bowl
8 ounces buffalo mozzarella, thinly sliced
Tomato-Red Pepper Sauce, recipe follows
12 ounces goat cheese, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Red Chili Oil, recipe follows
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 cups canned plum tomatoes, with juice, pureed
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yeast and 1/4 cup of the water in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes to proof. Place 1 3/4 cups of the flour in a large bowl with the salt. Add the yeast mixture, the remaining water, and oil and stir until combined. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth. Grease a large bowl with the remaining oil, add the dough and turn to coat. Cover and place in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat the grill to high. Once the dough has risen, divide it in half, and divide each half into 2 balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch circle. Brush with oil and grill on both sides until golden brown.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of the sauce on each pizza and top with goat cheese and basil. Place pizza on the grill and cook until bottom crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Remove from heat, drizzle with red chili oil, and serve.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add red peppers and tomatoes and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Puree in a food processor until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  • In a blender, combine oil, red chili flakes, and salt; blend for 1 minute. Strain into a small bowl or squeeze bottle.

ROASTED RED PEPPER-TOMATO PIZZA WITH GOAT CHEESE, BASIL AND RED CHILI OIL



ROASTED RED PEPPER-TOMATO PIZZA WITH GOAT CHEESE, BASIL AND RED CHILI OIL image

Categories     Tomato     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
3/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees F)
1 3/4 to 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus additional for kneading and dredging
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon for greasing the bowl
8 ounces buffalo mozzarella, thinly sliced
Tomato-Red Pepper Sauce, recipe follows
12 ounces goat cheese, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Red Chili Oil, recipe follows
Tomato-Red Pepper Sauce:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 cups canned plum tomatoes, with juice, pureed
Salt and pepper
Red Chili Oil:
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yeast and 1/4 cup of the water in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes to proof. Place 1 3/4 cups of the flour in a large bowl with the salt. Add the yeast mixture, the remaining water, and oil and stir until combined. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth. Grease a large bowl with the remaining oil, add the dough and turn to coat. Cover and place in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Preheat the grill to high. Once the dough has risen, divide it in half, and divide each half into 2 balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch circle. Brush with oil and grill on both sides until golden brown. Spread about 1/2 cup of the sauce on each pizza and top with goat cheese and basil. Place pizza on the grill and cook until bottom crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Remove from heat, drizzle with red chili oil, and serve. Tomato-Red Pepper Sauce: Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add red peppers and tomatoes and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Puree in a food processor until smooth. Let cool slightly. Red Chili Oil: In a blender, combine oil, red chili flakes, and salt; blend for 1 minute. Strain into a small bowl or squeeze bottle.

BASIL GOAT CHEESE PIZZA



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Categories     Cheese     Rosemary     Pizza     Tomato

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen white bread dough, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 recipe (to taste) salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 sprigs (divided) fresh basil, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
3/4 cup Italian tomato sauce
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Allow dough to rise in a covered bowl until doubled in bulk.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Roll the dough on a floured surface into a 15-inch circle. Roll the edges towards the center to form a crust, leaving a 12-inch circle.
  • Brush the entire crust generously with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, 1 chopped sprig of basil, and rosemary. Bake in preheated oven until the crust begins to turn golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Spread the crust with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with chopped 2 sprigs of basil and goat cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the crust is brown, and the pizza has heated through, about 8 more minutes.

BASIL, ARUGULA AND GOAT CHEESE PIZZA



BASIL, ARUGULA AND GOAT CHEESE PIZZA image

Categories     Bread

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 10 oz. pizze crust, uncooked or make your own
2 tsp uncooked cornmeal
2 med garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup arugula or spinach
1 cup basil, fresh, leaves
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 oz. semisoft goat cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare grill. Set pizza stone on grill rack and allow to get very hot. If you do nothave a pizza stone, preheat oven to 500 and prepare pizza as directed below, except bake it on a nonstick sheet pan until crust browns on edge, about 10-12 min. Sprinkle cornmeal on pizza pan. Lay pizza crust on cornmeal. Place garlic, arugula, basil, olive oil, parmesan, salt and pepper in a food processor and process to form a past. Spread over pizza dough. Dot with goat cheese. Slide pizza onto pan, cover and let cook until crust is crisp and puffed, about 10 min. Remove to cutting board and cut into four slices. 1 slice per serving

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh basil. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried basil.
  • If you don't have goat cheese, you can use feta cheese or mozzarella cheese.
  • To make the pizza dough from scratch, follow this recipe.
  • If you're using store-bought pizza dough, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before using.
  • To prevent the pizza from getting soggy, preheat the oven to the highest temperature possible before baking.
  • Bake the pizza for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This basil goat cheese pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy crust, creamy goat cheese, and fresh basil, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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