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Making Pizza at Home – Easy, Crispy & Delicious Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings 6 slices
Calories 350
Enjoy a homemade pizza with this easy and delicious recipe. This step-by-step guide ensures a crispy crust and flavorful toppings for a perfect pizza night.

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2.25 tsp instant yeast
  • 0.75 cup warm water

For the Toppings

  • 0.5 cup tomato pizza sauce
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • beef pepperoni slices (or preferred toppings)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
  • Fresh basil (optional)

Optional Side

  • French fries (serve alongside)

Instructions 

  • Prepare the Dough: Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead for 8-10 minutes. Let it rise for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Place pizza stone inside while preheating, if available.
  • Roll Out the Dough: Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 10-12 inch circle. Transfer to a baking tray.
  • Add Sauce & Toppings: Spread tomato sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella. Add pepperoni or your favorite toppings.
  • Bake the Pizza: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Brush the crust with olive oil. Slice and serve hot with french fries.

Notes

For a crispier crust, preheat your pizza stone for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pizza