New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza

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A classic thin crust pizza layered with spicy pepperoni and earthy mushrooms, baked to crispy perfection reminiscent of New York pizzerias. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 37 minutes pairs bread flour, warm water, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 2 1/4 cups bread flour, 1 tsp active dry yeast, and 3/4 tsp salt in a bowl. Add 1 cup warm water and 1 tbsp olive oil and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Step 2: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Roll dough out very thinly on a floured surface to a 14-inch circle.
  5. Step 5: Transfer dough to a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal. Spread 3/4 cup pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, arrange 30 slices pepperoni, and scatter 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms on top.
  7. Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tsp dried oregano evenly.
  8. Step 8: Slide pizza onto the hot stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is crisp and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Step 9: Remove pizza, let cool 3 minutes, then slice and serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (25 min prep + 12 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 New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza?

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 New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza?

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 New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza 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 New York-Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Thin Crust Pizza?

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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