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Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

Italian-American · Main course · 40 min total

A classic homemade pizza with a cheesy stuffed crust and crispy pepperoni topping, perfect for pizza night.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough, room temperature
• 6 string cheese sticks (mozzarella)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 30-40 slices pepperoni
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 14-inch circle.
3. Place string cheese sticks around the edge of the dough, about 1/2 inch from the edge. Fold the edge over the cheese and press to seal, creating a stuffed crust.
4. Transfer dough to a floured pizza peel or parchment paper. Spread pizza sauce evenly, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, then arrange pepperoni slices. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle oregano and Parmesan.
5. Slide pizza onto hot stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
6. Let cool for 5 minutes, slice, and serve.

Tips

• For extra crispy crust, brush the edge with garlic butter after baking.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a hot oven or skillet.
• Substitute turkey pepperoni or vegetarian pepperoni for a lighter option.

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