Ricotta
VegetarianCreamy, mild ricotta adds soft, pillowy dollops of fresh dairy richness to pizza.
Fresh ricotta cheese is a mild, slightly sweet whey cheese with a light, fluffy texture. Spooned in generous dollops across the pizza before baking, it develops a delicate golden crust on top while remaining impossibly creamy inside, providing a cooling contrast to spicy or salty toppings.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Ricotta
Three Cheese Spinach
San Marzano Red Sauce
“A triple-cheese triumph where ricotta clouds float over garlicky spinach.”
The Meatball Sub
San Marzano Red Sauce
“Everything you love about a meatball sub, flattened into pizza form.”
Spring Pea Pistachio
Pistachio Pesto Sauce
“A bright spring pizza with lemony ricotta, crushed pistachios, and herbal freshness.”
Calabrian Eggplant Parm
Calabrian Chili Oil Base
“Eggplant Parmesan goes spicy with a Calabrian chili oil twist.”
Vodka Artichoke Spinach
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Spinach artichoke dip, meet vodka sauce, meet pizza, it was meant to be.”
Vodka Pancetta Pea
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Crispy pancetta and bright lemon ricotta on a silky vodka cream base.”
Brown Butter Pumpkin Ricotta
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“A seasonal stunner with roasted pumpkin, ricotta clouds, and crispy sage.”
Pesto Zucchini & Ricotta
Classic Basil Pesto
“A garden-fresh, timeless creation that pairs Pesto Basil sauce with Zucchini, Ricotta, Lemon Zest, and Pine Nuts. Best enjoyed during peak summer vibes.”
Pistachio Fig & Prosciutto
Pistachio Pesto Sauce
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Pistachio Pesto sauce and tops it with Fig, Prosciutto, Pistachio, and Ricotta finished with a drizzle of Honey, delivering a upscale experience suited to crisp autumn evenings.”
Vodka Eggplant & Ricotta
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Featuring Eggplant, Ricotta, Fresh Basil, and Parmesan over Vodka Cream sauce, this all-American pizza is a wholesome dream made for peak summer vibes.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Should ricotta go on pizza before or during baking?
Dollop ricotta on the pizza before baking. The oven heat gives it a beautiful golden crust on top while the inside stays soft and creamy, creating a wonderful textural contrast.
Why does ricotta sometimes get watery on pizza?
Excess moisture is the culprit. Strain your ricotta through cheesecloth for 30 minutes before using it on pizza to remove excess whey and ensure a thicker, creamier result.
What goes well with ricotta on pizza?
Ricotta pairs best with spinach, nduja, soppressata and lemon zest. Start with one or two of these rather than piling everything on: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each flavor distinct.