Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni pizza is a beloved classic that brings joy to any gathering. This homemade version features a perfectly crisp crust topped with zesty tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni slices. Ideal for family movie nights or casual get-togethers, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delicious pizza experience right from your kitchen. Grab your apron and prepare for mouthwatering moments that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
- Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving about half an inch around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- Distribute pepperoni slices evenly across the cheese layer.
- Drizzle olive oil lightly over the entire pizza.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg