Description

This homemade garlic cheese pizza is everything you crave: golden, crispy crust brushed with rich garlic butter, topped with layers of melty mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan. It’s the perfect blend of garlic bread and cheesy pizza—simple, comforting, and packed with flavor. Whether you’re making it for a quick weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a weekend treat, this recipe delivers bold, buttery flavor in every bite. Customize it with your favorite toppings or keep it classic—either way, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza 30cm/12″ base – your choice (Note 1):

1 classic pizza dough (wood-fired Italian style)
1 fast no-yeast pizza dough (this is excellent!)
1 Store bought

Garlic pizza topping:

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp garlic (2 – 3 large cloves), crushed using garlic press or make paste using side of knife – Note 2)
1/8 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt (or table salt, or double qty for salt flakes)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (tightly packed cup), shredded using box grater (Note 3 on pre-shredded)
1/2 cup parmesan (tightly packed cup), shredded using box grater (Note 3)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 250°C / 480°F (230°C fan). Allow time to get it nice and hot!!
Garlic infused oil – Mix olive oil and garlic in a small bowl. Set aside to infuse with flavour for 10 minutes.
Pizza base – Make and roll out chosen pizza base, stretch onto pan.
Top – Spread oil (and all garlic) onto the base, leaving the crust baked. Sprinkle with salt, parmesan then mozzarella. (If using no-yeast base, spray/brush exposed crust with olive oil.)
Bake 8 minutes, turning after 4 minutes, or until the the cheese has golden spots. Cut and eat, stat!

Notes

Dough Options: You can use homemade dough for a fresh, artisan-style crust, or go with store-bought pizza dough, flatbread, or naan for a quicker version. Let cold dough come to room temperature before shaping for easier handling.
Cheese Tips: For the best melt, use low-moisture mozzarella. Feel free to mix in cheddar, provolone, or even gouda for added flavor depth. A sprinkle of parmesan adds a salty finish.
Garlic Butter: Fresh garlic gives the boldest flavor, but you can also use roasted garlic for a sweeter, milder taste. Don’t skip the parsley—it adds a fresh pop of color and balances the richness.
Add-Ons: Customize with toppings like mushrooms, spinach, chicken, or jalapeños. Or keep it simple to let the garlic and cheese shine.
Reheating: Leftovers reheat best in the oven or skillet to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep that crust texture.
Make It Healthier: Use a thin whole wheat or cauliflower crust, reduce the cheese slightly, and load up on veggies to lighten things up.