Classic Pepperoni Pizza 🍕✨
Savor the flavors of your favorite pizza, now reimagined with wholesome goodness! This kid-friendly dish is perfect for family nights or a fun gathering with friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced turkey pepperoni (or a plant-based alternative)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Olive oil for brushing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if you're using one.
2. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, making sure it’s shape is appropriate for your baking surface. Transfer the rolled dough to the baking sheet or hot pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a little bit of space at the edges for the crust. Make sure to cover the surface with the sauce, but not too thick that it makes the dough soggy.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce, ensuring you cover it evenly for a melty finish.
5. Lay the turkey pepperoni slices on top of the cheese in an attractive, overlapping pattern for optimal flavor in every bite.
6. If desired, drizzle a little olive oil over the toppings and sprinkle with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
7. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and has developed some delicious golden spots.
8. Once baked to perfection, remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for a minute before garnishing with fresh basil leaves and a final drizzle of olive oil.
9. Slice up your masterpiece, serve hot, and enjoy the deliciousness with friends and family!
Nutritional Information:
Approximate serving (1 slice) - 250 calories, 12g fat, 24g carbohydrates, 12g protein (values may vary based on specific ingredients used).
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 12 minutes