Easy Three-Cheese & Nectarine White Pizza Recipe
This easy pizza recipe features a delightful combination of creamy cheeses, sweet nectarines, and a tangy balsamic drizzle, perfect for a quick and elegant summer meal. The blend of blue cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan pairs beautifully with the juicy fruit, offering a unique, gourmet flavor profile that’s simple to prepare.
Equipment
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for greasing and drizzling
- ½ pound no-knead bread and pizza dough or store-bought pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- ¼ cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 garlic clove grated
- ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 ounces crumbled blue cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 nectarine or peach thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 6 blackberries optional
- Balsamic vinegar for drizzling
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by setting your oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or prepare a pizza stone for baking.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a thin circle or rectangle, about ¼ inch thick. Gently move the dough to the prepared baking sheet or stone.
- Add the Base Layer: Spread 2 tablespoons of olive oil evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a border of about 1 inch around the edges for the crust.
- Layer the Flavorings: Sprinkle the dough with chopped chives, basil, grated garlic, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Top with Cheeses and Nectarines: Evenly distribute the crumbled blue cheese, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan over the pizza. Arrange the thin slices of nectarine across the top for a beautiful, fruity touch. Drizzle lightly with more olive oil and season with a bit of salt and pepper.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp and the cheese is bubbling and melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil on top. If desired, add a handful of blackberries for extra color and flavor. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and a little honey for a sweet and tangy finish. Slice into portions and serve immediately.
Notes
Cheese Substitutions: Swap crumbled goat cheese or feta for blue cheese if you prefer milder flavors.
Fruit Options: Peaches can replace nectarines for a similar sweet-tangy flavor.
Optional Additions: Blackberries provide a unique, juicy burst—feel free to skip them if you prefer a simpler recipe.
Serving Tip: This pizza pairs wonderfully with a crisp white wine or a light, fruity rosé.
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