Spicy Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges

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A simple homemade pizza with a perfectly crisp crust and spicy pepperoni that bubbles just enough to create a satisfying snap. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 74 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, warm water 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: 60 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 240g all-purpose flour, 7g active dry yeast, and 5g sea salt. Whisk to blend. Add 150ml warm water and 20ml extra virgin olive oil, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Step 2: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise at room temperature for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 220°C with a pizza stone inside. Punch down risen dough and roll into a 30cm circle on a floured surface. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Spread 180g crushed tomatoes evenly over dough, leaving a 1cm border. Sprinkle 5g dried oregano over tomatoes. Top with 120g pepperoni slices and 150g mozzarella cheese.
  5. Step 5: Bake on the preheated stone for 12-14 minutes until crust is golden brown and edges are crisp, rotating halfway through.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges take to make?

Total time is about 74 minutes (60 min prep + 14 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 Spicy 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 all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy 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 Spicy Pepperoni Pizza with Crispy Edges 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 Spicy 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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