Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Assemble the Pizza
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a piece of parchment paper.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then top with pepperoni slices and optional seasonings.
- Carefully transfer the pizza (with parchment) to the preheated stone or baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Serve
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Slice with a pizza cutter and serve hot.
Nutrition
Notes
For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.