Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust
A thick, buttery crust loaded with cheese and pepperoni, baked until the edges are golden and the cheese bubbles. This american-inspired pizza ready in about 98 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, butter, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 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.
Ingredients
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 30g butter
- 5g active dry yeast
- 120ml warm water
- 3g sea salt
- 150g tomato sauce
- 100g pepperoni slices
- 180g mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 30g butter and let cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine 200g all-purpose flour, 5g active dry yeast, and 3g sea salt. Add melted butter and 120ml warm water, mixing until dough forms.
- Step 2: Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 45 minutes until doubled.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 200°C. Press risen dough into a 22cm deep-dish pizza pan, creating a thick crust. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Spread 150g tomato sauce evenly over crust. Arrange 100g pepperoni slices over sauce. Top with 180g mozzarella cheese.
- Step 5: Bake for 25-28 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust take to make?
Total time is about 98 minutes (70 min prep + 28 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza with Buttery Crust?
American pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
