Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella

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Classic pizza with a crisp crust topped with spicy pepperoni, fresh mushrooms, and melted mozzarella cheese. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 35 minutes pairs store-bought or homemade pizza dough, olive oil, pizza sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to heat.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, roll out 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch circle about 1/4 inch thick. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil, then spread 1/2 cup pizza sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border.
  4. Step 4: Evenly distribute 20 slices of pepperoni and 1 cup thinly sliced white mushrooms over the sauce.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese over the toppings, then dust with 1 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Step 6: Slide the pizza on the parchment paper onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then slice and serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella?

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 Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella 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 Homemade Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza with Mozzarella?

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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