Here’s a Homemade Pepperoni Pizza recipe that delivers crispy crust, gooey cheese, and spicy, curling pepperoni—just like a great pizzeria pie, but made in your kitchen.
🍕 Homemade Pepperoni Pizza
🍽️ Serves: 2–4
⏰ Total Time: ~1.5 hours (includes dough rising)
🔥 Bake Temp: 475°F (245°C)
🍞 Dough (or use store-bought)
Ingredients (for one 12–14 inch pizza):
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2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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¾ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
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Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit 5–10 min until foamy.
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Mix in flour and salt. Knead until smooth (8–10 minutes).
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Drizzle bowl with oil, place dough in, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
🍅 Sauce
Simple Pizza Sauce:
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1/2 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp salt
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Pinch of sugar (optional)
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Drizzle of olive oil
Mix everything in a bowl—no cooking needed.
🧀 Toppings
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1–1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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15–20 slices of pepperoni (regular or spicy)
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Optional: Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil
👨🍳 Assembly & Baking
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Preheat Oven
Preheat to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven now. -
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, stretch or roll the dough into a 12–14 inch round. Transfer to parchment paper or a lightly oiled baking sheet/pizza pan. -
Add Sauce & Toppings
Spread a thin layer of sauce over the dough. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella. Top with pepperoni slices. -
Bake
Slide onto the preheated stone or place in the oven. Bake for 10–13 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and browned. -
Serve
Let rest 2–3 minutes. Slice and enjoy!
✅ Tips & Variations
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Extra crispiness? Brush crust with olive oil before baking.
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Pepperoni cups: Use deli-style, thicker-cut pepperoni for those curled, crispy edges.
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Spicy version: Add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce or top with hot honey.
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Shortcut: Use pre-made dough and jarred sauce for a faster version.