Delicious Four Cheese Pizza

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Thin-crust margherita pizza with four delicious cheeses (mozzarella, parmesan, fontina, and feta), garlicky marinated tomatoes, and basil.

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Updated on Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:54:38 GMT
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Quick No-Fuss Four Cheese Margherita Pizza

I've got a straightforward pizza that upgrades the traditional margherita with a special twist. By throwing together four fantastic cheeses with soaked tomatoes and garden-fresh basil, you'll get pizza that tastes amazing every time. Whenever I whip this up at home, everyone rushes to the kitchen, drawn in by the smell of bubbling cheese and aromatic basil.

What Makes This Pizza So Good

You'll really enjoy this pizza because:

  • The mix of four cheeses gives you tons of flavor
  • Soaked tomatoes pack an extra punch of taste
  • You'll get that perfect crunch in the crust
  • You're free to swap in your own favorite cheese choices

Simple Stuff You'll Need

  • Thin Crust: Keep it basic with baker's flour and minimal extras.
  • Olive Oil: This transforms your tomatoes into flavor bombs.
  • Roma Tomatoes: Cut them thin to cover every bite.
  • Cheeses: Our winning combo of mozzarella, fontina, parmesan, and feta.
  • Basil: Nothing beats the taste of real leaves on top.

How To Make It Step By Step

Getting Your Dough Just Right
Roll your dough out on a surface with a bit of flour, pushing from middle to edges until it's nice and thin - around 1/4 inch. This thin base is what gives you that awesome crunch. While you're working, turn your oven up as high as possible, aiming for 500°F. Stick your pizza stone or baking sheet in there too - this trick gives you that restaurant-style crispy bottom.
Prepping Flavorful Tomatoes
Cut your Roma tomatoes into thin circles - about 1/8 inch. Toss them in a bowl with a good splash of olive oil, 2-3 smashed garlic cloves, and a little sea salt. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes, giving them a gentle mix now and then. You'll notice they start releasing juice and soaking up all that garlic flavor - that's where the magic happens.
Putting It All Together
Move your dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal. Brush oil all over the surface - this stops your crust from getting soggy. Layer your cheeses in this order: mozzarella first, then fontina, topped with a good amount of fresh parmesan. Arrange your soaked tomatoes across the top, letting some of that tasty oil drip down. Finish with bits of feta scattered around and whole basil leaves placed throughout.
Baking It To Perfection
Slide your pizza onto the hot stone or sheet with one smooth move. Keep an eye on it for the next 8-10 minutes. You want the edges to turn golden with some darker spots, and the cheese should be fully melted with bubbles just starting to brown. Don't worry if some basil gets crispy - that's actually good! After it's done, let it sit for just a minute or two so the cheese can firm up before cutting.

Ways To Nail It Every Time

  • Go For Fresh: Nothing beats real basil leaves and quality cheese for amazing flavor.
  • Skip Pre-Shredded: Take a moment to grate cheese yourself for way better melting.
  • Time Those Tomatoes: Don't soak them too long or you'll end up with a wet pizza.
  • Crank That Heat: A super hot oven is crucial for getting that perfect crunchy base.
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Keeping Your Pizza Fresh

Store any leftover slices in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 5 days. Want to save it longer? Freeze each slice separately then pack them together. When you're ready to eat, warm it in a skillet to bring back that crispy bottom.

Why Four Cheeses Work So Well

This pizza brings together smooth mozzarella bold fontina earthy parmesan and sharp feta for an unbeatable taste combo. It's perfect for family dinners or when friends come over and tastes just as good as anything you'd get at a fancy pizza place.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the point of marinating tomatoes?

It soaks the tomatoes with garlic and olive oil for extra flavor when baking.

→ What’s the benefit of a baking stone?

It crisps up the crust perfectly by evenly spreading heat.

→ Can I swap out the cheeses?

Sure, but these four are the best for classic Italian flavor.

→ Do I need to heat the stone first?

Absolutely. Preheating helps get a crunchy bottom crust.

→ Is it possible to prep the dough earlier?

Yes, you can store the dough in the fridge for up to a day.

Four Cheese Pizza

Easy-to-make margherita pizza with four cheeses, seasoned tomatoes, basil, and crispy thin crust.

Prep Time
60 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
70 Minutes
By: Ferdaous

Category: Pizza

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 8 Servings (1 pizza)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese.
02 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
03 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese.
04 4 ounces shredded fontina cheese.
05 1/2 teaspoon salt (preferably sea salt).
06 1/4 cup olive oil.
07 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese.
08 1 batch of pizza dough.
09 4 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced.
10 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped.

Instructions

Step 01

Follow the pizza dough steps and let it rise properly before continuing.

Step 02

Mix the olive oil, chopped garlic, and salt together in a bowl.

Step 03

Let the tomato slices sit in the oil and garlic mix for around 15-20 minutes.

Step 04

Heat your oven to 400°F and place the pizza stone inside at least 6 minutes ahead of time.

Step 05

Spread the garlic-oil mixture across the surface of your pizza dough.

Step 06

Spread the mozzarella and fontina cheeses evenly on top of the oiled dough.

Step 07

Layer the oil-soaked tomatoes over the cheese.

Step 08

Evenly scatter chopped basil leaves across the tomatoes.

Step 09

Generously sprinkle the parmesan over the pizza.

Step 10

Crumble some feta across the top of the pizza to finish it off.

Step 11

Carefully slide the pizza onto your hot baking stone in the oven.

Step 12

Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes, watching for the cheese to melt and the crust to turn golden.

Step 13

Check it closely during the last few moments to avoid burning.

Step 14

Once bubbly cheese and crispy crust are achieved, carefully remove from the oven.

Step 15

Let it cool for a couple of minutes, then slice and enjoy.

Notes

  1. Inspired by classic Italian flavors.
  2. Made with four delicious cheeses.
  3. Uses fresh and simple ingredients.
  4. Perfect for a homemade dining experience.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking stone.
  • Mixing bowl.
  • Pizza paddle.
  • Knife, sharp.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy from the cheeses.
  • Pizza dough contains wheat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
  • Protein: 15 g