Classic Pepperoni Pizza (Crispy Crust & Melty Cheese)

Craving the ultimate homemade comfort? This classic pepperoni pizza delivers everything you want: a golden, crispy crust, gooey mozzarella, zesty tomato sauce, and perfectly crisped pepperoni on top. Whether it’s for pizza night, game day, or a weekend treat, this pie is simple, satisfying, and endlessly crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

For the Dough (or use store-bought)

• 2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• ¾ cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Toppings

• ½ cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 20–30 slices of pepperoni
• 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional)
• Red pepper flakes (optional
  

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