Pizza Surprise

Delight your taste buds with "Pizza Surprise," a show-stopping homemade pizza featuring a gooey stuffed crust that's sure to impress! This easy-to-follow recipe begins with a soft, pliable dough made from scratch and beautifully encases mozzarella string cheese for an indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth crust. Topped with a zesty pizza sauce, a generous layer of shredded mozzarella, savory pepperoni slices, and vibrant veggies like bell peppers, red onion, and black olives, this pizza is a customizable masterpiece. A sprinkle of dried oregano and basil infuses every bite with aromatic Italian flair. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this delicious pizza bakes to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, making it a quick yet unforgettable meal. Whether you're craving classic flavors or planning a fun night in, "Pizza Surprise" delivers on every level!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup warm water
• 8 pieces mozzarella string cheese sticks
• 0.75 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 20 pieces pepperoni slices
• 1 large bell peppers
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup black olives
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough starts to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.

Step 5

Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Place it onto the prepared baking sheet or pizza stone.

Step 6

Place the string cheese sticks around the edge of the dough, leaving about an inch of space between the cheese and the edge.

Step 7

Fold the dough over the cheese sticks and seal tightly by pressing the edges together to create the stuffed crust.

Step 8

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, avoiding the crust area.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 10

Top the pizza with pepperoni slices, chopped bell peppers, sliced red onion, and black olives (or your preferred toppings).

Step 11

Sprinkle dried oregano and dried basil over the toppings for extra flavor.

Step 12

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 13

Allow the pizza to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 14

Enjoy your 'Pizza Surprise' with family or friends!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1647.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3504.7

Total Fat 160.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 384.9mg	0%
Sodium 8119.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 346.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 171.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3426.8mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 2353.5mg	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: 41.1%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 39.4%