Kid's Pepperoni Pizza Recipe
Make Kid's Pepperoni Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Form the dough into a ball.
- 4
Let It Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by pepperoni slices. Finish with a sprinkle of dried oregano.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Garnish
If desired, sprinkle fresh basil on top after baking for added flavor.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice into wedges and serve.
