Step into the heart of Naples with every bite of our Sogno di Napoli pizza. Sogno di Napoli means “Dream of Naples”—and trust us, once you taste this, you’ll see why it’s like a dream come true. Inspired by the rich culinary history of Naples, this pizza brings the city’s legendary flavours to life in a way that’s nothing short of magical.
We start with a tomato sauce infused with balsamic, giving it a sweet, bold richness that’s a tribute to the sun-drenched fields of the Campania region. To finish, we drizzle on Italian Herbs of Naples Dark Balsamic, a deep, aromatic touch that ties everything together with an authentic, rustic flavour—just like you'd find in the lively pizzerias lining the streets of this iconic coastal city.
Naples isn’t just known for being the birthplace of pizza—it’s a city where food is woven into the very fabric of life. The Neapolitan spirit is all about simplicity, using fresh, local ingredients to create dishes that celebrate the essence of the region. Here, pizza isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience—a moment to savour, share, and fall in love with.
Ingredients:
- Use homemade or store-bought pizza dough.
for the sauce:
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Della Terra Italian Herbs of Naples Dark Balsamic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt & black pepper to taste
for the toppings:
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ¼ cup Castelvetrano olives, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1-2 tbsp Italian Herbs of Naples dark balsamic (for drizzling)
- Della Terra Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Method:
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Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add crushed tomatoes, balsamic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Preheat oven: Set to 475°F. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat.
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Assemble the pizza: Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of the balsamic tomato sauce, then top with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives.
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Bake: Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Finish & serve: Drizzle with extra balsamic and olive oil, then scatter fresh basil over the top. Slice and enjoy!