Epic Stuffed Crust Recipe
Our original dough stuffed with melty cheese and baked to a crispy, golden goodness.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Stuffing
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preparing the Stuffing
- 6
Mix the Cheeses
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until fully combined.
Assembling the Pizza
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 8
Prepare the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large circle on a floured surface.
- 9
Stuff the Crust
Place the cheese mixture around the edge of the dough circle. Fold the dough over the cheese and pinch to seal, creating a stuffed crust.
- 10
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce over the center and add your desired toppings. Finish with extra shredded mozzarella on top.
- 11
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
