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Sheet Pan Pizza: A Family Favorite Recipe

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Sheet Pan Pizza is a family-friendly recipe that features a thick, chewy crust with crispy edges, topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. Perfect for gatherings and customizable with a variety of toppings.

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (4-1/2 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 40–45 pepperonis
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Coat a 17×12-inch sheet pan with 1/4 cup of olive oil and set aside.
  3. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the yeast and sugar with the warm water. Allow to proof for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add the flour and garlic salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed for a few minutes before slowly adding the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil. Continue mixing until a smooth ball forms, approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the dough to the prepared sheet pan, pressing it out to fit the pan evenly. If the dough resists, let it rest for a few minutes before continuing.
  6. Once the dough is stretched to the edges, spread the pizza sauce over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
  8. Arrange the pepperonis on top of the cheese.
  9. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the entire pizza.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, ensure the sheet pan is well-oiled and consider baking on the bottom rack of the oven.
  • To avoid a soggy crust, don’t overload the pizza with sauce and toppings.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • You can freeze the dough after the first rise for later use.
  • For a cheesier pizza, experiment with different cheese options like cheddar, provolone, or gouda.

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