Three Cheese Pizza
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate homemade Three Cheese Pizza, made with a perfect blend of mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan! This easy recipe starts with a 16-ounce ball of pizza dough, topped with rich pizza sauce and layered with three delicious cheeses for the ultimate crispy crust and gooey center. This pizza is simple to make and tasty to eat.
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Ingredients for Three Cheese Pizza
- 1 16-ounce pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ to ¾ cup pizza sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1½ cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
Equipment
- 16-inch pizza pan
- Rolling pin
- Large spoon or ladle
Handy tip:
Freeze individual pizza slices on a baking sheet first, then transfer them to a freezer bag once solid. This way, you can grab one slice at a time whenever a pizza craving hits — no need to thaw the whole pizza!
Three Cheese Pizza Recipe
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using store-bought pizza dough, follow the package’s instructions for resting and rolling.
- Lightly grease a 16-inch pizza pan with oil to prevent sticking.
- Roll out your pizza dough to fit the pan, aiming for a diameter of approximately 14-16 inches. Carefully transfer the dough to the prepared pan.
- Spread ½ to ¾ cup of pizza sauce evenly over the dough using a spoon or ladle. Leave about ½ inch of space around the edges for the crust.
- Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the provolone cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place the pizza pan on the center rack of your preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly with light browning.
- Remove the pizza from the oven using oven mittens and allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Slice into triangles or squares and serve. Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
Use room temperature dough:If you’re using store-bought or homemade dough, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling it out. It’ll be much easier to stretch and shape without tearing.
Don’t overload with sauce:Stick to about ½ to ¾ cup of sauce. Too much sauce can make your pizza soggy and weigh down the dough.
Grate your own cheese:Freshly shredded cheese melts better and has a creamier texture compared to pre-shredded, which often contains anti-caking agents.
Preheat your oven (and pan, if you want!):Make sure your oven is fully preheated to 475°F. For an extra crispy crust, you can even preheat your pizza pan for a few minutes before adding the dough.
Customize your cheese blend:Love it extra cheesy? Feel free to mix in other favorites like fontina, gouda, or asiago for even more flavor.
Watch it closely while baking:Every oven is a little different. Start checking your pizza at the 12-minute mark so the cheese gets perfectly bubbly and lightly golden without overcooking.
Let it cool slightly before slicing:Giving the pizza 2–3 minutes to rest helps the cheese set a little, making it easier to slice and keeping all that cheesy goodness in place.
FAQs about Three Cheese Pizza
Three Cheese Pizza
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate homemade Three Cheese Pizza, made with a perfect blend of mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan!
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ to ¾ cup pizza sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1½ cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using store-bought pizza dough, follow the package's instructions for resting and rolling.
- Lightly grease a 16-inch pizza pan with oil to prevent sticking.
- Roll out your pizza dough to fit the pan, aiming for a diameter of approximately 14-16 inches. Carefully transfer the dough to the prepared pan.
- Spread ½ to ¾ cup of pizza sauce evenly over the dough using a spoon or ladle. Leave about ½ inch of space around the edges for the crust.
- Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the provolone cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place the pizza pan on the center rack of your preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly with light browning.
- Remove the pizza from the oven using oven mittens and allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Slice into triangles or squares and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, place the slices in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, or warm them in a skillet over medium heat to achieve a crisp crust.
- Add toppings like pepperoni, cooked sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free dough if preferred. The cooking time may vary. Gruyère, Asiago, or Fontina can replace any of the cheeses for variety.
- Bake the pizza dough on a preheated pizza stone instead of a pan for a crisper texture.
- If making your own sauce, combine crushed tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and a pinch of salt for a simple, fresh flavor.
- Shred your own cheese for better melting, as pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that affect texture.
- Make ahead and freeze: Assemble the pizza but don't bake it. Freeze until solid, then bake directly from frozen at 475°F (245°C) with a slightly longer cooking time.
- The frozen unbaked pizza can be stored for up to 3-4 months, stored tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 355Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 735mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 17g
