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Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

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Make pizzeria-style pepperoni pizza at home with a chewy crust and cup-and-char pepperoni. This recipe focuses on a quick bake at high heat with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup no-cook pizza sauce
  • 8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces provolone cheese, shredded
  • 3 ounces sliced pepperoni
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Cornmeal, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven with a pizza stone or steel to 500°F (260°C) for at least 1 hour.
  2. Lightly dust a pizza peel or the back of a baking sheet with cornmeal.
  3. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape on a lightly floured surface.
  4. Transfer the dough to the prepared pizza peel or baking sheet.
  5. Spread the no-cook pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and provolone cheeses over the sauce.
  7. Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese.
  8. Drizzle the olive oil over the toppings.
  9. Carefully slide the pizza from the peel onto the preheated pizza stone or steel in the oven.
  10. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  11. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a chewier crust, consider an overnight cold ferment for your pizza dough.
  • Ensure your pizza stone or steel is fully preheated for optimal results.
  • Experiment with different cheese blends to find your favorite.
  • A sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot honey can add extra flavor.

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