Classic Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pizza dough ball
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
• 2 cups Low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 oz Sliced pepperoni
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese(optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 pinch Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   On a lightly floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, keeping the edges slightly thicker for the crust.

3. 3

   Dust a pizza peel or a second inverted baking sheet with cornmeal and transfer the stretched dough onto it.

4. 4

   Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices on top.

6. 6

   Brush the outer crust with olive oil and sprinkle the oregano and garlic powder over the entire pizza.

7. 7

   Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, sprinkle with Parmesan and red pepper flakes, then slice and serve.