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Pepperoni Pizza with Slow-Risen Dough

A pepperoni pizza featuring a slow-fermented dough for a deeper flavor and airy texture.

130 minutes4 servings
Pepperoni Pizza with Slow-Risen Dough
Photo: Dale Cruse from San Francisco, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add olive oil to the yeast mixture and stir.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  8. Roll out the dough and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  9. Spread marinara sauce over the dough, then add mozzarella and pepperoni.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

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