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Sheet Pan Pizza

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Quick Description

This Sheet Pan Pizza is thick, fluffy inside with crispy edges and loaded with melty cheese and pepperoni. It’s an easy, no-stress way to make pizza for a crowd—perfect for weeknights, parties, or family movie nights. One pan, simple ingredients, and big flavor.

Servings & Timing

  • Serves: 6–8 slices
  • Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
  • Bake Time: 18–22 minutes
  • Total Time: ~35 minutes

Ingredients List

  • Pizza Dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • Pizza Sauce (jarred or homemade)
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (about 2–2½ cups)
  • Pepperoni slices (or topping of choice)

Garlic Butter Topping

  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or minced garlic
  • Optional: Italian seasoning or grated Parmesan

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Lightly grease a sheet pan or line with parchment paper.

2. Stretch the Dough

  • Place pizza dough onto the sheet pan.
  • Gently stretch and press it toward the edges.
  • If dough resists, let it rest 5 minutes, then continue.

3. Add Sauce & Toppings

  • Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the dough.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top.
  • Add pepperoni evenly across the pizza.

4. Bake

  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

5. Garlic Butter Finish

  • Mix melted butter with garlic.
  • Brush over the hot crust edges immediately after baking.

6. Slice & Serve

  • Let cool 5 minutes, slice, and enjoy!

Nutrition (per slice – approximate)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbs: 36g
  • Fat: 14g

Benefits

  • Easy & Reliable: Great for beginners
  • Crowd-Friendly: One pan feeds everyone
  • Customizable: Endless topping options
  • Crispy Edges: Best part of sheet pan pizza

Additional Notes

  • Use olive oil under dough for extra crispiness
  • Par-bake crust 5 minutes if you prefer extra crunch
  • Don’t overload toppings or the center may stay soft

Dietary Info

  • Vegetarian Option: Skip pepperoni
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use GF pizza dough
  • Not Keto: Traditional dough used

Brief Introduction

Sheet pan pizza is the ultimate low-effort, high-reward meal. It’s thick, cheesy, and comforting—perfect when you want homemade pizza without complicated steps.

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

  1. Stretch dough
  2. Add sauce & cheese
  3. Top with pepperoni
  4. Bake until golden
  5. Brush garlic butter & serve

Ingredient Details & Substitutions

  • Pizza Dough: Refrigerated dough saves time
  • Sauce: Marinara works perfectly
  • Pepperoni: Swap with sausage, veggies, or chicken

Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • Meat Lovers: Add sausage and bacon
  • Veggie Pizza: Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms
  • Cheesy Crust: Sprinkle Parmesan on edges before baking

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers up to 4 days
  • Freezer: Freeze slices up to 2 months
  • Reheat: Oven or air fryer for best texture

FAQs

Why is my pizza dough shrinking?
Let it rest before stretching—it relaxes the gluten.

Can I make this ahead?
Yes—assemble, refrigerate, then bake fresh.

Optional Personal Story

This is my go-to when feeding a crowd. One pan, no mess, and everyone gets a thick, cheesy slice—there’s never any left.

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