Easy Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

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This Easy Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Recipe is made with pizza dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and classic pepperoni. Use homemade or store-bought dough for an easy family dinner that’s ready in about 20 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time11

Total Time21

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: slices

Calories: 236kcal

Author: Mindy Boyd

Ingredients

1 pizza dough homemade or store-bought (about 14 ounces)
½ cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
18 pepperoni slices

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 500°F. Place an oven rack in the middle position.
Prepare the pizza. Place the pizza dough on a pizza pan and shape into a 12-inch circle. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edge.
1 pizza dough, ½ cup pizza sauce
Add the toppings. Sprinkle the mozzarella evenly over the pizza sauce, then top with the parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and pepperoni slices.
2 cups shredded mozzarella, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, 18 pepperoni slices
Bake. Bake on the middle rack for 9-11 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Serve. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

This recipe is written for one 12-inch pizza.

Homemade or store-bought pizza dough can be used. You’ll need approximately 14 ounces.

Leave about a 1-inch border around the edge when spreading the sauce.

If making a larger or smaller pizza, adjust the amount of sauce and toppings as needed.

Baking times can vary depending on the pizza pan and oven.

Nutrition information is approximate and will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands used.

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