Pepperoni Pizza Recipe
Make 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 and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it's hot enough for a crispy crust.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer to a floured surface. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness and shape it into a pizza base.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the pizza base to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the base. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer pepperoni slices on top. Finish with dried oregano and fresh basil leaves if desired.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, then slice it into wedges and serve hot.
