Quick Triangle Pepperoni Pizza

Name: Quick Triangle Pepperoni Pizza
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 count Pre-made pizza crust (Approximately 10-12 inches); 1/4 cup Tomato sauce (Or pizza sauce); 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (Shredded); 1/2 cup Pepperoni slices (About 20-30 slices, adjust to taste)

This recipe showcases how to quickly assemble and bake a classic pepperoni pizza, emphasizing a unique triangular cut for serving. Perfect for a fast snack or an easy meal, this pizza features a base topped with savory tomato sauce, generous amounts of shredded mozzarella, and classic pepperoni slices, all baked to perfection with a golden crust and melted, bubbly cheese.

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#Cheese

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#Easy

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Topping the pizza with pepperoni

Recipe Information

Prep Time

12m

Cook Time

17m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

None

Nutrition (per serving)

320

Calories

18g

Protein

35g

Carbs

17g

Fat

Freshly baked pepperoni pizza

Ingredients

Pre-made pizza crust
(Approximately 10-12 inches)
1 count
Tomato sauce
(Or pizza sauce)
1 cup
Mozzarella cheese
(Shredded)
1 cup
Pepperoni slices
(About 20-30 slices, adjust to taste)
1 cup

Servings: 4

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

Pizza being cut into triangles

Instructions

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1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
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Ensure an even layer of sauce for consistent flavor and avoid making the center soggy.
2
Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the layer of tomato sauce, covering it completely.
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Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the layer of tomato sauce, covering it completely.
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A generous amount of cheese ensures a delicious, gooey texture once baked.
3
Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese. You can overlap them slightly if desired to cover more surface area.
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Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese. You can overlap them slightly if desired to cover more surface area.
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Distribute pepperoni evenly so every bite has some savory flavor.
4
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted and bubbly, with slight browning on the pepperoni edges.
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Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted and bubbly, with slight browning on the pepperoni edges.
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Keep an eye on the pizza as baking times can vary by oven. The crust should be crispy, not burnt.
5
Carefully remove the baked pizza from the oven and let it cool for 1-2 minutes. Then, using a pizza cutter, slice the pizza into triangular pieces. Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy goodness!
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Carefully remove the baked pizza from the oven and let it cool for 1-2 minutes. Then, using a pizza cutter, slice the pizza into triangular pieces. Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy goodness!
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Allowing the pizza to cool slightly before slicing helps the cheese set, preventing it from sliding off.