Beef Pepperoni Pizza

Indulge in the ultimate homemade pizza experience with this Beef Pepperoni Pizza recipe, a crowd-pleaser that delivers restaurant-quality flavor straight from your kitchen. Featuring a soft, hand-kneaded crust made from scratch and topped with a rich tomato sauce seasoned with oregano and garlic, this pizza is layered with generous amounts of melty mozzarella, savory beef pepperoni slices, and a finishing sprinkle of Parmesan for a cheesy, golden perfection. Customize it with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist, and you'll have a pizzeria-style dinner ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for family nights or gatherings, this irresistible pizza combines classic flavors with a homemade touch that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Warm water
• 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 30 slices Beef pepperoni slices
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• None optional Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour with 2.25 teaspoons of active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 cup of warm water (about 110°F) to the dry mixture. Stir until the mixture forms a soft dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 6

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to fit a 12-inch pizza pan or baking sheet.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to the prepared pan. Crimp the edges to form a crust.

Step 8

Spread 0.5 cup of tomato sauce evenly over the crust. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder over the sauce.

Step 9

Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Evenly distribute the 30 slices of beef pepperoni over the cheese.

Step 11

Sprinkle 0.25 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 14

Optionally, sprinkle with red pepper flakes for an added kick before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1796.5 grams (1796.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6389

Total Fat 477.30g	612%
Saturated Fat 187.00g	935%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1096mg	365%
Sodium 19274mg	838%
Total Carbohydrate 279.50g	102%
Dietary Fiber 11.00g	39%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 241.00g	482%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2187mg	168%
Iron 32mg	176%
Potassium 2447mg	52%

*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: 67.4%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 17.5%