Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza (Print Version)
Crispy outside, cheesy edges, loads of pepperoni, and a bold sauce make this pizza totally craveable.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 cup pizza sauce
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20 to 25 pieces of turkey or beef pepperoni
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6 to 8 mozzarella cheese sticks
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2 cups mozzarella, shredded
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1 pound fresh pizza dough
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2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
→ Optional Seasonings
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Grated Parmesan cheese
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Italian seasoning
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Garlic powder
# Instructions:
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First, turn your oven to 425°F. Put your pizza stone inside now if you’re using one so it heats up too. Not using a stone? Just lightly grease your baking sheet or pizza pan.
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Dust your counter with flour, then start rolling your dough into a big 12-inch circle. Once it’s round, move it onto your oiled pan or onto the hot stone.
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Line up the mozzarella sticks near the edge of the dough, leaving about an inch from the rim. Fold that dough edge up and over the cheese and give it a good pinch so the cheese is tucked inside.
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Scoop and spread the pizza sauce over the middle, but don’t cover your stuffed crust. Next, throw on the shredded mozzarella, then finish it off with pepperoni slices scattered all over.
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Take a pastry brush and swipe olive oil or melted butter all over the stuffed crust. If you want extra flavor, sprinkle over some garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan.
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Pop it in the oven for around 15 to 20 minutes. You want the edges golden, the cheese melty, and maybe a little brown on top.
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Grab the pizza from the oven. Let it hang out on a rack for about 5 minutes so you don’t burn your mouth. Slice it up and enjoy while it’s nice and hot.
# Notes:
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Let your dough rest at room temperature before you try to stretch it. It’ll be easier to handle, and the crust comes out better.