. White Pizza with Fruit & Basil Ingredients:

Got it 👍 You’re asking for a White Pizza with Fruit and Basil – a fun twist that’s half gourmet specialty, half dessert-style pizza. The creamy white base pairs beautifully with fresh fruit and herbs. Here’s a detailed recipe:

🍕 White Pizza with Fruit & Basil

Ingredients:

For the Dough (or use store-bought):

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ¾ cup warm water

For the White Sauce / Base:

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 cup milk (whole preferred)

• ½ cup ricotta or cream cheese (optional, for richness)

• ½ cup grated mozzarella or provolone

• 1 small garlic clove, minced

• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

• Salt & pepper to taste

Toppings (choose a mix for sweet–savory balance):

• 1–2 fresh figs, sliced OR seedless grapes halved OR thin pear/apple slices

• A few strawberries or raspberries (for a pop of sweetness)

• 1 ball fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces

• 2–3 fresh basil leaves, torn

• 1–2 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze (drizzle after baking)

Instructions:

1. Make the Dough (skip if using store-bought)

1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.

2. Add flour, salt, olive oil. Knead until smooth (about 8 minutes).

3. Cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).

2. Prepare the White Sauce

1. Melt butter in a saucepan, add flour, whisk 1 minute.

2. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.

3. Add ricotta/cream cheese and shredded cheese, stir until creamy.

4. Season with garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. Assemble the Pizza

1. Preheat oven to 475°F / 245°C (pizza stone if available).

2. Stretch dough into a thin round or rectangle on a floured surface.

3. Spread white sauce evenly as the base.

4. Add torn mozzarella pieces.

5. Arrange fruit slices (figs, pears, grapes, or berries) evenly.

6. Sprinkle torn basil leaves (save a few for garnish).

4. Bake

• Bake for 10–12 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

5. Finish & Serve

• Drizzle lightly with honey or balsamic glaze.

• Garnish with extra basil leaves.

• Slice and serve warm – it should taste creamy, fruity, herby, and a little sweet.

✨ Flavor Pairing Ideas:

• Fig + Honey + Basil → sweet & floral (specialty style)

• Pear + Gorgonzola + Basil → more gourmet & savory

• Strawberry + Balsamic + Basil → fresh and dessert-like