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Name: Classic Homemade Pepperoni Pizza
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast; 3/4 cup warm water; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp sugar; 3/4 tsp salt; 1 cup pizza sauce; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 12 slices pepperoni; 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (optional); 1/2 tsp dried oregano

Classic Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

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This classic homemade pizza brings the pizzeria experience right to your kitchen! With a golden, chewy crust and a vibrant, herby pizza sauce, each slice is loaded with gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and a medley of fresh veggies for color and crunch. The combination of crispy edges, stretchy cheese, and fragrant basil makes this pizza a crowd-pleaser for any night of the week. Perfect for sharing with friends or family, it’s a fun and satisfying meal that’s sure to spark conversation and leave everyone reaching for seconds.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 15 minutes.
Roll the dough out on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange pepperoni, bell pepper, onion, and mushrooms on top. Sprinkle with oregano.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh basil if using, slice, and serve hot.