Classic Burrata Pizza

A Short History & Instructional Guide

A classic burrata pizza, cooked to perfection.

What is Burrata Pizza?

Classic Burrata Pizza is about making quality the forefront priority, each ingredient is carefully picked, prepared, and assembled to create a masterpiece. Originating in the Puglia region of Southern Italy, this dish is a true representation of 1920s Italian cuisine. This guide will walk you through all of the steps you need to take to prepare, assemble, and cook a true burrata pizza. By the end, you will have the knowledge and expertise to cook delicious pizza whenever you desire.

Cooking Data & Tools:

Time: 3.5 hours
Diet: vegetarian
Tools: bowls, oven
Serves: 3-4

Ingredients:

7 cups All Purpose Flour
2.5 cups Water
2 tsp Active Dry Yeast
6 tbsp Olive Oil
1.5 tbsp Salt
24 oz Canned Tomato
3 oz Mozzarella Cheese
1 tsp Sugar
5-10 Fresh Basil Leafs

Steps: Follow along using the Tools and Ingredients listed above

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 7 cups of all-purpose flour and 1.5 tbsp of salt. In a separate bowl, dissolve 2 tsp of active dry yeast and 1 tsp of sugar together.

Step 2: Pour the yeast mixture and 6 tbsp of olive oil into the flour mixture. Stir until it forms a rough dough.

Image of two portions of dough sitting on a floured surface

Step 3: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5: While the dough rises, crush the 24 oz of canned tomatoes in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and some chopped fresh basil (reserve some for topping) to the sauce.

Step 6: Preheat your oven to the highest setting (usually around 475-500°F or 245-260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

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Step 7: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2-3 equal portions. On a floured surface, stretch or roll out each portion into a round shape.

Image of an uncooked pizza crust on a baking sheet

Step 8: Place dough on a baking sheet or pizza peel. Spread tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a border. Tear mozzarella and scatter over the sauce.

Step 9: If using a pizza stone, carefully transfer the pizza onto it. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 10: Remove pizza from oven, place burrata in the center, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle fresh basil, and let sit for a minute before serving. Enjoy!