Description

Experience the joy of crafting your own pepperoni pizza from scratch! With a crispy crust, gooey mozzarella, and zesty pepperoni, this homemade pizza is perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or cozy evenings at home. Simple to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Get ready for a delightful aroma filling your kitchen as you bake this crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound pizza dough
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
4 ounces sliced pepperoni
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches wide.
Spread tomato sauce over the dough, leaving an inch around the edges.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Arrange sliced pepperoni on top of the cheese.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle Italian seasoning generously.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
Allow cooling for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating sliced bell peppers or mushrooms as additional toppings. - If desired, pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings to ensure a crispier base.