Homemade Pepperoni Pan Pizza Recipe

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Forget delivery! This homemade pepperoni pan pizza delivers a thick, golden crust that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with a zesty tomato sauce, a blanket of melted cheese, and plenty of savory pepperoni. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s surprisingly simple to make from scratch. Perfect for a fun family dinner or your next game night.

Yields: One 12-inch pizza
Prep time: 30 minutes (plus 1-2 hours for rising)
Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

  • 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F)

  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the bowl and pan

  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Quick Tomato Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)

For the Toppings:

  • 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 cup (about 4 oz) pepperoni slices

  • Thinly sliced red onion (optional)

  • Red pepper flakes for serving (optional)

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