Easy Crust Pizza
Create your own pizzeria-style masterpiece at home with this Easy Crust Pizza recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and features a from-scratch dough made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil. The crust is soft, chewy, and irresistibly golden when baked at 425°F. Topped with rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, zesty pepperoni, and your choice of fresh veggies or herbs, this customizable pizza delivers bold flavors in every bite. Ideal for family dinners or a quick homemade treat, this recipe serves four and is sure to satisfy your pizza cravings. Skip delivery and enjoy the ultimate homemade pizza experience in under 40 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
- 1 cup Optional toppings (vegetables, herbs, etc.)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Step 2
Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and stretchy.
Step 4
Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to a lightly greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 6
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a slight border around the edges.
Step 7
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
Step 8
Add pepperoni slices and any optional toppings of your choice.
Step 9
Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1055.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2253.4 |
| Total Fat 108.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 207.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6106.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 227.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.6g | |
| Protein 88.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1020.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2142.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories