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Lunch Lady Sheet Pan Pizza

A delightful, nostalgic sheet pan pizza topped with gooey mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough ingredients
  • 4.5 cups bread flour Forms the perfect chewy crust.
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Adds a rich depth of flavor.
  • 2.5 tsp kosher salt Enhances the taste of the dough.
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar Activates the yeast for a great rise.
  • 1 packet instant yeast (1/4 oz) Provides leavening for a light dough.
  • 1 Tbsp cornmeal Creates a nice base and adds texture.
  • 1 1/3 cups warm water Necessary for mixing the dough.
  • Cooking spray Cooking spray Prevents sticking.
Topping ingredients
  • 1 cup pizza sauce Essential component for flavor.
  • 1 lb shredded low moisture mozzarella Gooey cheese that everyone loves.
  • 24 slices pepperoni Classic pizza topping.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Adds a burst of flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a stand mixer, combine bread flour, olive oil, kosher salt, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and warm water. Beat until smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes).
  3. Spray a bowl with cooking spray, transfer dough into it, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise at room temperature for approximately 15 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough into an 18" x 13" rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
  5. Sprinkle cornmeal on the sheet pan and place the rolled-out dough on it.
Topping and Baking
  1. Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce across the dough.
  2. Top with shredded mozzarella, layer on pepperoni, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-17 minutes, until the edges are golden and cheese is bubbling.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings. Customize with vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.