Classic Buffalo Mozzarella Pizza
Balsamic Glaze
Elevate your pizza night with this vibrant pie featuring creamy buffalo mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a savory balsamic reduction.
There is a timeless beauty in the simplicity of a classic Italian-style pizza. By combining the rich, milky texture of fresh buffalo mozzarella with the bright acidity of cherry tomatoes and the aromatic sweetness of fresh basil, you create a perfect harmony of flavors. The final drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a sophisticated, tangy depth that turns a simple homemade meal into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
- 1 ball pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 150 g buffalo mozzarella
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- 1Shape the pizza dough
Place the ball of pizza dough onto a floured surface. Using your hands, press down firmly into the center of the dough and work outwards, gently stretching and shaping it into a uniform round base.
Tip: Work from the center outwards to maintain a thicker, airy crust edge. - 2Stretch the dough
Pick up the dough and carefully rotate it in your hands, allowing gravity to gently stretch it into a larger circle. Maintain an even thickness throughout the center of the base.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid tearing the dough; use the weight of the dough to do the stretching. - 3Transfer to the pan
Carefully lift the prepared pizza dough and lay it flat onto the black pizza pan. Ensure the dough is centered and covers the surface of the pan evenly without wrinkles.
Tip: If the dough shrinks back, let it rest for a few minutes before final adjustment. - 4Apply tomato sauce
Pour a ladle of tomato sauce onto the center of the dough. Using the back of a spoon, spread the sauce in a circular motion towards the edges, leaving a small border for the crust.
Tip: Use a light hand to avoid making the dough base soggy. - 5Add olives
Distribute whole black olives evenly across the tomato-sauced pizza base. Press them slightly into the sauce to ensure they stay in place during baking.
Tip: Space the olives evenly so every slice gets an equal amount. - 6Top with buffalo mozzarella
Take pieces of fresh buffalo mozzarella and distribute them over the pizza base. The cheese will melt and provide a creamy contrast to the tomato sauce and olives.
Tip: Tear the mozzarella into bite-sized chunks for better melting and even distribution. - 7Garnish the pizza
Take the baked pizza and add fresh cherry tomato halves and vibrant green basil leaves across the surface. These fresh additions provide a bright, acidic contrast to the rich, creamy mozzarella and savory sauce.
Tip: Add the fresh basil right before serving so the leaves remain bright green and do not wilt from the residual heat of the pizza.
