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If you’ve ever dreamed of combining the bold, creamy flavors of Cacio e Pepe with the crispy deliciousness of pizza, this homemade Cacio e Pepe Pizza recipe is the perfect indulgence! With a golden, fluffy pizza dough as the base, topped with a rich and velvety Parmesan cream sauce, fresh mozzarella, and a generous dose of black pepper, this pizza brings all the comforting flavors of the beloved Roman pasta dish into a warm, cheesy bite. The balance of simplicity and flavor in each slice will make this pizza a new favorite for your weeknight dinner or pizza night celebration.
The recipe can be found here.
Start by making the pizza dough. Add the yeast, water, pizza flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer. Use the dough hook to mix until well combined, which should take about 6 minutes. A ball of dough will form and pull away from the sides of the bowl and be sticky. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place the bowl in a warm place for 1 hour to allow the dough to rise and double in size.
Place 2 baking sheets on separate racks in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F.
Next, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to combine. Let this cook for about 1 minute, whisking occasionally, until it turns a light gold color. Add the milk and whisk to combine. Let cook again, whisking occasionally, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Add the parmesan cheese and whisk to combine and melt, then remove from the heat and set aside.
Divide the dough in half to create 2 pizzas. Lightly flour the counter and the top and bottom of each ball of dough. Roll or press into 2 10-inch circles (or as close to circles as you can get). Place the dough on 2 separate pieces of parchment paper that’s sprinkled with cornmeal.
Evenly divide the olive oil between the dough (about 2 Tbsp per pizza) and rub all over the top and edges. Use a pizza peel to transfer each pizza, the parchment paper still underneath, to the baking sheets preheating in the oven. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the crust starts to brown and bubble.
Remove the pizzas from the oven and evenly divide the sauce between the pizzas. Spread the sauce into a thin layer. Then, evenly distribute the mozzarella over the top of each pizza. Sprinkle with black pepper – if you have fresh cracked, even better!
Return both pizzas to the oven and bake for an additional 8-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and starting to brown. Remove from the oven, slice, serve, and enjoy!
The recipe can be found here.
This Homemade Cacio e Pepe Pizza is the perfect fusion of two beloved comfort foods—pizza and pasta—brought together in a creamy, peppery masterpiece. Whether you’re craving a cozy meal or looking to impress guests with something a little different, this pizza is sure to be a hit. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself to a slice of cheesy heaven!
Happy Cooking!
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