Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges

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A thick, airy Sicilian-style pizza with a crispy, caramelized crust, topped with spicy pepperoni and a rich tomato sauce. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 108 minutes pairs bread flour, warm water, (1 packet) active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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: 90 min Cook: 18 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F), 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Stir and let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 1/2 cups bread flour, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix and knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 500°F and drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil evenly into a 9x13-inch metal baking pan.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the dough into the pan and press it out evenly to the edges. Let rest for 20 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Spread 1 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, sprinkle 1 tsp dried oregano, then cover with 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese. Arrange 1 1/2 cups sliced pepperoni evenly on top.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are crispy and golden brown.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven, sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza, slice, and serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges take to make?

Total time is about 108 minutes (90 min prep + 18 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 Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges?

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 bread flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges?

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 Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Detroit-Style Sicilian Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges?

Italian 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.

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