# What You Need:
→ Pizza Dough
01 - 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet instant dry yeast (7 g)
03 - 1 tsp sugar
04 - 1 tsp salt
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 cup warm water (minus 1 tbsp)
→ Cheese Filling
07 - 7 oz mozzarella cheese sticks or block, cut into thin strips
→ Sauce & Toppings
08 - ¾ cup pizza sauce
09 - 7 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1.75 oz pepperoni slices (optional)
11 - 1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1.75 oz sliced mushrooms
13 - 1 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1 tsp olive oil for brushing crust
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add olive oil and warm water. Mix thoroughly until a soft, pliable dough forms.
02 - Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for approximately 7 minutes until smooth and elastic, developing proper gluten structure.
03 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour until doubled in size.
04 - Preheat oven to 450°F for optimal baking conditions.
05 - Roll risen dough into a 13-inch circle on a floured surface. Transfer to a baking tray or pizza stone.
06 - Arrange mozzarella strips around the outer edge. Fold dough over cheese and pinch tightly to seal, ensuring cheese remains enclosed during baking.
07 - Spread pizza sauce over center area. Layer with shredded mozzarella, pepperoni (if using), bell pepper, and mushrooms. Finish with dried oregano.
08 - Brush stuffed crust edge with olive oil to promote golden browning.
09 - Bake for 15-20 minutes until crust achieves golden color and cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
10 - Allow pizza to cool briefly before slicing with a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Serve while hot.
