Homemade Pepperoni Pizza
A quick and easy homemade pepperoni pizza that’s customizable and budget-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone if you have one.
- Shape the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
- Add the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Layer the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.
- Finish by brushing the outer crust with olive oil.
- Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Cool the pizza for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, add cooked bacon or sausage. Let the pizza cool briefly before slicing to avoid messy cuts.
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