Golden crust, rich tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni — a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
For the Dough (makes 1 large 12–14″ pizza)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¾ cup warm water (105–110°F / 40–43°C)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for bowl)
For the Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20–25 slices pepperoni
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)