Pepperoni Pizza Recipe
Topped with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese.
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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. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil into the well of the flour mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a circle or rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Pizza Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the surface.
- 9
Add Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices on top.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.
