Spicy Pepperoni Jalapeno Pizza
Crafted with 10 carefully chosen ingredients, this jalapeno pepperoni pizza recipe combines ease and flavor. A homemade crispy base, luscious cheese, and perfectly spiced pepperoni make it a classic everyone will love.
Equipment
- Stand mixer (with dough hook) (Optional)
- Freezer food bags (Optional)
- Rolling Pin (Optional)
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
- 35 grams Jalapenos
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
- Spread your jalapenos over the top of your pizza.35 grams Jalapenos
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: 357kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 17gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 859mgPotassium: 208mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 380IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 266mgIron: 1mg
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