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Pepperoni Pizza

Nothing beats the aroma of fresh pizza baking in the oven, especially when it’s topped with golden melted cheese and spicy pepperoni. This recipe captures the heart of classic pizzerias right in your kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced pepperoni
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt.
  2. Pour in the warm water and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  6. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  7. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the pizza sauce evenly.
  8. Top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Notes

For a crispier crust, pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings.