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Jumpin' Joe's Plain Cheese Pizza Recipe

Inspired by Ivory Jacks

Time1h

Serves8

Great for Kids! 16 in. 10 in. GF

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Ingredients

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Pizza Dough & Sauce

3 cups All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend1 tablespoon Active dry yeast1 1/4 cups warm water1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1/2 cup pizza sauce2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup optional toppings (e.g., sliced pepperoni, sliced olives)

Method

Make and Bake Pizza

Activate yeast

In a small bowl, whisk warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let rest 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Prepare dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add olive oil and the foamy yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. If using gluten-free flour, follow the blend's instructions and add a bit more water as needed to form a soft dough.

First rise

Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Preheat and shape

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Punch down risen dough and divide if making two pizzas. Roll or press dough into a 16-inch round (or desired size) on a floured surface or parchment.

Add toppings

Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small crust edge. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Add optional toppings if desired.

Bake

Transfer pizza to a hot baking stone or sheet. Bake 12–15 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve

Let pizza rest 5 minutes before slicing. Slice into wedges and serve warm.