Keto Garlic Butter Crusted Margherita Pizza
A twist on classic Margherita pizza featuring a buttery garlic-infused crust and sweet cherry tomato sauce. The roasted garlic adds depth while fresh mozzarella and basil provide traditional Italian flavors. Perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining when you want restaurant-quality pizza at home. The pre-made crust makes this accessible for weeknight cooking, while the garlic butter treatment creates an irresistible golden edge that sets it apart from standard pizza recipes.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ teaspoon chopped roasted garlic or chopped garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury Classic Crust Pizza Crust
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped roasted garlic or chopped garlic
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil strips
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 400°F and grease large dark or nonstick cookie sheet with shortening or cooking spray
- 2
Heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot
- 3
Add tomatoes, roasted garlic and salt to skillet
- 4
Reduce heat to medium and cook 10 to 15 minutes until tomatoes are thickened, stirring frequently
- 5
Set tomato mixture aside to cool slightly
- 6
Unroll dough on prepared cookie sheet and press out to 15x10-inch rectangle
- 7
Mix butter and roasted garlic in small bowl
- 8
Spread garlic butter mixture over dough
- 9
Bake 7 minutes then remove from oven
- 10
Evenly distribute tomato mixture over partially baked crust
- 11
Top with mozzarella cheese
- 12
Bake 7 to 9 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown
- 13
Sprinkle basil strips over pizza before serving
Tips
Let the tomato mixture cool slightly before spreading to prevent the crust from becoming soggy
Press the dough evenly to ensure uniform cooking and prevent thick spots that may stay doughy
Watch the final bake time carefully as fresh mozzarella can go from perfectly melted to overcooked quickly
Good to Know
Store leftover pizza covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days
Tomato mixture can be prepared up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated
Serve immediately while crust is crispy and cheese is hot
Common Mistakes
Press dough evenly to avoid thick spots that stay doughy
Don't skip cooling the tomato mixture to prevent soggy crust
Watch baking time closely to prevent burnt garlic butter
Substitutions
Use your favorite recipe
FAQ
Can I use a different pizza crust?
Yes, any 13-14 oz refrigerated pizza dough will work. Homemade dough works too but may need adjusted baking times.
What if I don't have roasted garlic?
Regular minced garlic works fine. Use the same amount but consider reducing slightly if you prefer milder garlic flavor.
How long will leftover pizza keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for best results.