Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Detroit Style Tomato Herb Pepperoni Pizza, where a thick, golden crust meets gooey mozzarella and zesty pepperoni. This pizza is not just a meal; it’s a culinary experience that brings friends and family together. With fragrant herbs and a robust tomato sauce, each slice offers an irresistible combination of textures and tastes. Perfect for game nights or cozy gatherings, this pizza will surely impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pizza dough
- 1 cup high-quality crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz thick-cut pepperoni slices
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and generously grease a rectangular baking pan with olive oil.
- Stretch the pizza dough into the pan, ensuring it reaches all corners while maintaining thickness. Let it rest for about 15 minutes.
- Spread a generous layer of crushed tomatoes over the dough.
- Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella on top of the sauce.
- Scatter pepperoni slices across the cheese, followed by fresh oregano and basil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before cutting into squares; drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg