Pizza recipe served on a plate, by Leo's Lodge - Lansing, MI
Jul 14 2026

Pizza Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Pull apart pizza

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until combined.

  4. 4

    Knead Dough

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 7

    Prepare Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.

  3. 8

    Shape Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.

  4. 9

    Cut and Fill

    Cut the dough into strips, place a spoonful of filling on each strip, and fold over to seal. Place the filled pieces in a greased baking dish.

  5. 10

    Add Toppings

    Pour pizza sauce over the top and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Add chopped basil for garnish.

Baking

  1. 11

    Bake Pizza

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

  2. 12

    Cool and Serve

    Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your pull apart pizza!

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