This mouthwatering Feta cheese pizza brings authentic Greek flavors right to your kitchen in just 90 minutes.
The homemade crust, topped with creamy, tangy feta, creates a perfect Mediterranean-inspired meal that serves up to three pizzas.
Whether you’re hosting friends or planning a family dinner, this vegetarian recipe strikes an ideal balance between casual comfort food and gourmet appeal.
The 70-minute prep time allows the dough to develop its ideal texture, while a quick 20-minute bake transforms it into a golden, crispy delight.
Ingredients for Feta Cheese Pizza
- For the Dough:
- 400g all-purpose flour: Essential base for a perfect crust
- 100g pizza flour: Adds perfect texture
- 300g room-temperature water: Helps activate yeast properly
- 7g dry yeast: For perfect rise
- Salt, sugar, olive oil: For flavor and texture
- Splash of milk: Creates tender crust
- For the Sauce:
- 300g plum tomatoes: Creates rich base
- Fresh basil & oregano: Adds authentic Italian flavors
- Garlic & olive oil: For aromatic base
- For the Topping:
- 200g mozzarella: Creates perfect cheese pull
- 300g feta: Star ingredient for Greek twist
- Fresh vegetables: For color and crunch
- Black olives: Adds Mediterranean touch
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Mix water, yeast, and milk until bubbly. Add remaining ingredients, knead until elastic (5-7 minutes)
- First Rise: Let dough rest in warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled
- Shape the Base: Divide into 3 balls, roll each to 0.5cm thickness
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add tomatoes and herbs, simmer for 20 minutes
- Assembly: Spread sauce, add mozzarella, vegetables, and partial feta
- Bake: 180°C for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy
- Final Touch: Top with remaining feta, olives, fresh tomatoes, and drizzle with olive oil
Cooking Techniques
Getting that perfect pizza crust takes a little practice, but don’t worry – it’s totally doable! Keep your dough soft and slightly sticky – this helps create that lovely chewy texture.
When you’re rolling out the bases, a light dusting of flour on your surface will stop it from sticking.
Here’s a handy tip: lift and turn the dough quarter turns as you roll to keep that nice round shape.
For the crispiest bottom crust, try preheating your baking sheet in the oven before sliding your pizza onto it.
Variations and Substitutions
This Greek-style pizza is super flexible! Not a fan of green peppers? Try roasted red peppers instead.
You can swap the mozzarella for any good melting cheese like provolone or Gouda. If you want to make it extra Greek, add some fresh oregano leaves or a sprinkle of dried oregano after baking.
Want it meatier? Add some Greek-style sausage or gyros meat. For a lighter version, try using whole wheat flour for part of the dough – just remember it might need a touch more water.
Storage Tips
Your pizza dough can be made ahead! After kneading, pop it in the fridge for up to 24 hours – this actually makes the flavor even better.
Just bring it back to room temperature before shaping. Already baked pizzas? Let them cool completely, then wrap slices in foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
To reheat, warm in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes – much better than using the microwave for keeping that crust crispy!
Serving Suggestions
Make this meal extra special by serving your pizza with a simple Greek salad on the side – just toss together cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and extra feta with olive oil.
A glass of crisp white wine or a light Greek beer goes perfectly with these Mediterranean flavors.
Cut your pizza into wedges and serve it right away while the cheese is still melty and the crust is hot and crispy.
Add some chili flakes or a drizzle of honey on the table for everyone to customize their slice!
Homemade Feta cheese Pizza
Equipment
- electric mixer
- Rolling Pin
- Saucepan
- Grease proof paper
Ingredients
For the dough
- 400 g all-purpose flour (14 ounces)
- 100 g flour for pizza dough (3.5 ounces)
- 300 g water at room-temperature
- 7 g dry yeast (2 1/2 tsps)
For the sauce
- 300 g tinned plum tomatoes (10 ounces)
- 1 tbsp dry oregano
For the topping
- 200 g mozzarella grated (7 ounces)
- 300 g feta cheese crumbled (10 ounces)
Instructions
- To prepare this feta cheese pizza recipe, start by making the dough. Add into the bowl of the electric mixer the water along with the yeast. Stir with a fork and wait 3-4 minutes, for the yeast to be completely dissolved and starts bubbling.
- Pour in a splash of milk. Into the same bowl, add the flour, the salt and sugar. Using the dough hook, mix all the ingredients in low speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough becomes an elastic ball.