Two 12 Inch Good and Easy Pepperoni Pizzas

Satisfy your pizza cravings with this foolproof recipe for Two 12-Inch Good and Easy Pepperoni Pizzas! Perfect for a family dinner or an indulgent movie-night treat, these homemade pizzas feature a golden, chewy crust made from scratch, generous layers of tangy pizza sauce, melty mozzarella cheese, and perfectly crisp slices of pepperoni. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short rise, this recipe lets you bring pizzeria-quality pizza to your table in under an hour. Customize your creation with a sprinkle of dried oregano for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this recipe is an easy and delicious way to master homemade pizza.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 cups Warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
• 1 cup Pizza sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 40 slices Sliced pepperoni
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Once risen, punch the dough down and divide it into two equal portions.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.

Step 7

On a floured surface, roll out each portion of dough into a 12-inch circle.

Step 8

Transfer the dough circles to lightly oiled pizza pans or parchment paper.

Step 9

Spread 1/2 cup of pizza sauce on each pizza, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 10

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce on each pizza.

Step 11

Top each pizza with 20 slices of pepperoni, evenly distributed.

Step 12

If using, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano over each pizza for added flavor.

Step 13

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

Step 14

Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1487.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3540.3

Total Fat 141.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 289.2mg	0%
Sodium 8903.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 422.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 134.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1810.5mg	0%
Iron 29.9mg	0%
Potassium 2518.8mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 48.3%