Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza: Your Indulgent Homemade Delight
Indulge in the rich flavors of a homemade deep dish pepperoni pizza, perfect for family gatherings or a special treat.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead dough for 5-7 minutes, then let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough and press it into a greased deep dish pan.
- Spread marinara sauce on the dough, then layer with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños to the toppings.
- You can substitute pepperoni with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza, Homemade Pizza, Indulgent Recipes