Easy Homemade Pizza Party Recipe: Make Delicious Pizzas at Home

Name: Easy Homemade Pizza Party Recipe: Make Delicious Pizzas at Home
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 balls Pizza Dough (Use store-bought dough for convenience, or make your own.); 1 cup Pizza Sauce (Choose your favorite brand, or make homemade sauce.); 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Freshly shredded mozzarella melts best.); 1/2 cup Pepperoni slices (Adjust quantity to your preference.); 1/2 cup Sliced Mushrooms (Fresh or canned mushrooms work well.); 1/2 cup Sliced Bell Pepper (Any color bell pepper works well.); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (A drizzle adds flavor and helps crust crisp.); as needed for dusting All-purpose Flour (For dusting the work surface to prevent sticking.)

Host the ultimate pizza party with this easy homemade pizza recipe! Learn to prepare fresh dough, add your favorite toppings, and bake perfect, customizable pizzas. Ideal for family fun and entertaining friends!

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Freshly Baked Pizza Hot from the Oven

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

300

Calories

15g

Protein

35g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Close-up of Golden, Bubbly Cheese and Toppings

Ingredients

Pizza Dough
(Use store-bought dough for convenience, or make your own.)
2 balls
Pizza Sauce
(Choose your favorite brand, or make homemade sauce.)
1 cup

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
(Freshly shredded mozzarella melts best.)
2 cups
Pepperoni slices
(Adjust quantity to your preference.)
1 cup
Sliced Mushrooms
(Fresh or canned mushrooms work well.)
1 cup
Sliced Bell Pepper
(Any color bell pepper works well.)
1 cup
Olive Oil
(A drizzle adds flavor and helps crust crisp.)
2 tablespoons

All-purpose Flour
(For dusting the work surface to prevent sticking.)
as needed for dusting

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pizza Slices Ready to Serve for the Party

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Lightly dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour.
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Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Lightly dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour.
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Ensure the oven is fully preheated for an even cook and crispy crust.
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Place one pizza dough ball on the floured surface. Gently stretch or roll it into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
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Place one pizza dough ball on the floured surface. Gently stretch or roll it into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
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Don't overwork the dough; gentle stretching prevents tearing and helps maintain a fluffy crust.

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Transfer the stretched dough to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Transfer the stretched dough to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Avoid overloading the pizza with sauce and cheese to ensure it cooks through properly.
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Arrange pepperoni, sliced mushrooms, and bell peppers (or your chosen toppings) evenly over the cheese. Drizzle lightly with olive oil for extra flavor and a golden crust.
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Arrange pepperoni, sliced mushrooms, and bell peppers (or your chosen toppings) evenly over the cheese. Drizzle lightly with olive oil for extra flavor and a golden crust.
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Get creative with your favorite toppings! Consider onions, olives, or fresh basil.
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Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Repeat for additional pizzas.
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Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Repeat for additional pizzas.
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Using a preheated pizza stone or steel can help achieve a crispier crust.

6
Remove the baked pizza from the oven. Let it cool for 1-2 minutes on a cutting board before slicing into wedges and serving hot.
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Remove the baked pizza from the oven. Let it cool for 1-2 minutes on a cutting board before slicing into wedges and serving hot.
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Letting the pizza rest briefly prevents toppings from sliding off when you slice it.