Classic Kid-Friendly Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza

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A simple, delicious pizza featuring a golden crust, tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and classic pepperoni slices perfect for young palates. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pizza dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F and lightly oil a 12-inch pizza pan with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 12 oz of pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to the prepared pan.
  3. Step 3: Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, covering the surface completely.
  5. Step 5: Arrange 20 pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp salt over the pizza to enhance flavor.
  7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, slice into 8 pieces, and serve warm — perfect for kids and family dining.

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