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 (about 110°F/43°C) and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and 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. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil into the well. Stir until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot when the pizza goes in.
- 7
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into your desired pizza shape (round or rectangular).
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the surface of the dough.
- 9
Add Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices on top.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot.