Stuffed Crust Pepperoni (Print Version)
Melted cheese in the crust paired with gooey mozzarella and pepperoni makes this a comforting family favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Essential Ingredients
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6–8 sticks of mozzarella string cheese
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1 pound of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
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20–25 slices of pepperoni (turkey or beef)
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2 tablespoons of melted butter or olive oil
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2 cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded
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Half a cup of pizza sauce
→ Optional Flavors
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Parmesan (grated)
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Italian herbs or seasoning
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Garlic powder
# Steps:
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Turn the oven to 425°F (220°C) and let it warm up. Pop a pizza stone in the oven at the same time if you're using one. If not, give a pizza pan or baking sheet a little grease.
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Stretch your pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface. Carefully move it onto your greased pan or hot stone.
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Lay the string cheese along the edge of the dough, leaving about an inch of space from the border. Fold the edges over the cheese, pressing down to seal them closed.
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Spread the pizza sauce across the middle, leaving the stuffed edges bare. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce. Then, arrange the pepperoni slices across the cheese.
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Brush the stuffed edges with butter or olive oil. Enhance the flavor by sprinkling on garlic powder, Parmesan, or Italian seasoning if you'd like.
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Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbling with a touch of browning.
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Take it out of the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Cut it up and dig in while it's warm!
# Notes and Tips:
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For a crisp crust, heat up a pizza stone beforehand and cook the dough directly on it.
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Throw on extra toppings like mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers to make it your own.
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Put leftover slices in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze them for up to 2 months. Reheat later in the oven for best results.