Thin-Crust New York-Style Pizza with Mozzarella and Pepperoni

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A classic New York-style thin crust pizza with a crispy exterior, topped with rich tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni slices. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 24 minutes pairs pizza dough, tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 2, 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: 15 min Cook: 9 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to heat for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 280 g pizza dough on a lightly floured surface using a rolling pin to achieve a very thin crust approximately 3 mm thick and 12 inches in diameter.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the dough to a pizza peel dusted with flour. Brush 1 tbsp olive oil lightly over the crust edges.
  4. Step 4: Spread 90 g tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano over the sauce for flavor.
  5. Step 5: Evenly distribute 140 g shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  6. Step 6: Arrange 50 g pepperoni slices uniformly over the cheese.
  7. Step 7: Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust edges are crisp and golden and cheese is melted with slight bubbling.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, let cool for 2 minutes, then slice into 8 wedges and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 24 minutes (15 min prep + 9 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 Thin-Crust New York-Style Pizza with Mozzarella and Pepperoni?

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 pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Thin-Crust New York-Style Pizza with Mozzarella and Pepperoni?

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 Thin-Crust New York-Style Pizza with Mozzarella and Pepperoni for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Thin-Crust New York-Style Pizza with Mozzarella and Pepperoni?

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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