There is something satisfying about a full round pie, and it is easier to draw than you might think. Here I will show you how to draw a Margherita pizza, from the circular crust to the scattered basil on top.
Drawing a Whole Margherita Pizza
This walkthrough has 13 steps. We start with the circle, build the raised crust, then add the sauce, cheese, and toppings across the surface. Getting a clean round shape early makes the rest go smoothly.
The Finished Pizza
Practicing circles and even spacing is useful well beyond food drawing. If you would rather draw just one piece, the Margherita pizza slice is a quick companion. For a full meal spread, add the spaghetti Bolognese next. You can find everything together on the food drawing hub.
How the Guide Works: Color Key
The colored lines make it obvious what to add during each step.
- Grey lines show the base sketch from earlier steps
- Red lines show what to draw in the current step
- Black lines are finished details from previous steps
Draw the outer circle lightly, and do not worry if it is not perfect at first. Once the crust and toppings are placed, go over your lines with a pen, erase the sketch, and color with red sauce, creamy cheese, and green basil for that classic look.
How to Draw a Margherita Pizza Step by Step
Share Your Pizza
And your pie is complete. When you draw a Margherita pizza of your own, drop it in the comments so I can see the result. More food subjects are ready and waiting on the hub.