Loaded Pizza

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate Loaded Pizza—every bite is a celebration of bold flavors and satisfying textures! With a crispy golden crust as the foundation, this homemade masterpiece is piled high with tangy tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and an irresistible medley of toppings. Juicy pepperoni, savory Italian sausage, crisp green bell peppers, sweet red onions, and briny black olives come together to deliver a flavor-packed experience. A touch of dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes adds the perfect pop of seasoning, while a garnish of fresh basil leaves lends a vibrant finish. In just 35 minutes, you can create this customizable pizza that’s ideal for family dinners, game nights, or any occasion that calls for a slice of perfection. Whether you’re a fan of classic pizza flavors or eager for a loaded twist, this recipe promises to please every palate!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large ball (approximately 12 inches in diameter) Pizza dough
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 15 slices Pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cup Cooked Italian sausage
• 0.5 cup Sliced green bell pepper
• 0.25 cup Sliced red onion
• 0.25 cup Sliced black olives
• 5 leaves (optional for garnish) Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to form a 12-inch circle.

Step 3

Carefully transfer the rolled dough onto a piece of parchment paper to make it easier to handle.

Step 4

Brush olive oil lightly over the surface of the pizza dough, especially around the edges for a crisp crust.

Step 5

Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the center of the dough, leaving about 1 inch around the edges uncovered for the crust.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 7

Top the pizza with pepperoni slices, cooked Italian sausage, green bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.

Step 8

Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes over the assembled pizza for added flavor.

Step 9

Carefully slide the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.

Step 10

Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 11

Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Step 12

Slice the pizza into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(986.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2127.6

Total Fat 128.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 288.2mg	0%
Sodium 4929.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 105.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1740.0mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 947.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.9%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 25.1%