Perfect Pepperoni Pizza in Under an Hour

Name: Easy Pepperoni Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 180 ml Warm water ((40°C or 105°F)); 10 grams Soft brown sugar (You can use sugar of your choice.); 0.5 tbsp Italian herbs ((Optional)); 4 grams Active dry yeast; 10 ml Olive oil; 235 grams Strong white bread flour; 100 grams Additional strong white bread flour ((As needed)); 1 tsp Fine sea salt; 40 grams Pepperoni; 210 grams Mozzarella; 130 grams Pizza Sauce

Your weeknight dinner solution: easy homemade pepperoni pizza.

Published: January 11, 2025 · Modified: January 11, 2025 by Jennifer Ryan

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In the world of comfort foods, pepperoni pizza reigns supreme. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or indulging in a quiet night at home, this recipe brings the pizzeria to your kitchen in just 30 minutes. With no rising time needed, a handful of pantry staples transform into a crisp, golden crust topped with gooey mozzarella and savory pepperoni slices. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, this homemade pizza is proof that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

To make this delicious pizza, gather essentials like strong white bread flour or all purpose flour, active dry yeast, warm water, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. Each ingredient plays a key role in achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Tips for the Perfect Pizza Crust

For the ultimate crust, use a pizza stone for even heat distribution, and avoid overloading the dough with toppings. A preheated oven at high temperature is key to achieving a golden, crispy base.

Easy Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

Jennifer Ryan

This pepperoni pizza recipe is the one you’ve been waiting for. With just nine ingredients and no rising time required, it’s delightfully simple to make. In just over 30 minutes, you’ll have a fresh, piping-hot homemade pizza ready to serve—a weeknight dinner game-changer.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Bread, Main Course

Cuisine American, British

Servings

Calories 356 kcal

Equipment

Glass mixing bowl
Stand mixer (with dough hook) (Optional)
Freezer food bags (Optional)
Rolling Pin (Optional)
Measuring spoons
Measuring Cups
Pizza stone
Pizza Peel
Scissors
Kitchen Knife
Chopping board

Ingredients

180 ml Warm water (40°C or 105°F)
10 grams Soft brown sugar You can use sugar of your choice.
0.5 tbsp Italian herbs (Optional)
4 grams Active dry yeast
10 ml Olive oil
235 grams Strong white bread flour
100 grams Additional strong white bread flour (As needed)
1 tsp Fine sea salt
40 grams Pepperoni
210 grams Mozzarella
130 grams Pizza Sauce

Instructions

Activate the Yeast:

In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine: warm water, active dry yeast, soft brown sugar and optional Italian herbs.
180 ml Warm water, 10 grams Soft brown sugar, 4 grams Active dry yeast, 0.5 tbsp Italian herbs
Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, or until frothy and bubbles form.
Gently stir in the olive oil.
10 ml Olive oil

Mix the Dough:

Add the strong white bread flour and a pinch of salt.
235 grams Strong white bread flour, 1 tsp Fine sea salt
Mix with a spatula or the stand mixer on low speed until a sticky dough begins to form.
Optional Dough Rise: For a lighter crust, cover the bowl with a warm damp tea towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for up to 1 hour.

Form the Dough Ball:

Gradually add the additional strong white bread flour, a little at a time, until a smooth, slightly moist dough forms.
100 grams Additional strong white bread flour
Knead: Using a stand mixer: Continue kneading with the dough hook until smooth. Or by hand: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead, incorporating additional flour as needed.

Divide and Store:

Remove the dough from the bowl. For thick crusts, divide it evenly into dough balls for 12-inch pizzas if you’ve multiplied the recipe.
Optionally for freezing. Place each dough ball in a freezer-safe bag and store in the freezer.
Optional Second Rise: For enhanced texture, place the dough ball on a floured plate, coat lightly with olive oil, and cover with cling film or a tea towel. Let it rise for 45 minutes.

Assemble the Pizza

Shape the Dough: Roll or stretch the dough into your desired shape and size, then place it on a sheet of parchment paper or greaseproof paper.
Spread your favorite pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
130 grams Pizza Sauce
Layer slices of fresh mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Alternatively, you can use shredded mozzarella if preferred.
210 grams Mozzarella
Arrange slices of pepperoni over the mozzarella as desired.
40 grams Pepperoni

Bake the Pizza

Use a pizza peel to carefully slide the prepared pizza onto the preheated pizza stone.
Bake for 11–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp on the bottom.
Remove the pizza from the oven using the peel and place it on a cutting board. Allow it to cool for 3–6 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your homemade pizza with a perfectly crisp crust and deliciously fresh toppings! 🍕

Notes

When using greaseproof paper for pizza, cut it slightly larger than the dough to simplify transferring. The paper prevents sticking and allows for effortless sliding onto a pizza stone or baking tray. Once transferred, trim any overhanging edges or adjust the dough to match the paper’s size, ensuring no stray bits scorch in the oven's heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 17gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 859mgPotassium: 193mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 318IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 265mgIron: 1mg

Keyword dough, pepperoni, pizza, pizza dough

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