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Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

This Homemade Pepperoni Pizza is a crowd-pleaser! With a golden crust and customizable toppings, it’s perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy, Homemade, Pizza
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 1.5 cups warm tap water
  • 1.5 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons active dry yeast (I used Red Star Yeast)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • Oil for greasing pans
  • Cornmeal for dusting pans

For the Toppings:

  • 2 cups pizza sauce or spaghetti sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup chopped green peppers
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 25 slices pepperoni
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal

Instructions

Instructions:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the warm tap water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • Once the yeast is activated, add the vegetable oil and 2 cups of flour to the mixture. Stir until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour, one cup at a time, mixing until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
  • Grease a clean bowl with oil and place the dough inside, turning it to coat. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide it into two equal portions for two pizzas. Roll out one portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a greased baking sheet or pizza stone dusted with cornmeal.
  • Spread 1 cup of pizza sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by your chosen toppings. Finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Brush the crust edges with melted butter and sprinkle with yellow cornmeal for a golden finish. Place your pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl for dough
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheets or pizza stones
  • Parchment Paper (optional)
  • Oven

Notes

  • Store leftover pizza slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, place slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
  • You can freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.