🍕 Classic American Pizza
Crispy crust, gooey cheese, and all the flavors you love.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni slices
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until smooth, then let the dough rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough, place it on a pizza pan, and spread pizza sauce evenly.
- Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and fresh basil.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Slice and enjoy your homemade American pizza!