Ingredients
- 3 cups bread flour plus extra, for dusting
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus extra, for sprinkling
- 3/4 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water around 105°F
- 4 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for coating pans
- 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15 pepperoni slices optional
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, kosher salt, and instant yeast. Pour in the warm water and olive oil, then stir until the dough is smooth and no dry spots remain.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest at room temperature for about 2 hours, until it has roughly doubled in size.
- Lightly oil a 10-inch cast-iron skillet. Transfer the dough into the pan and use your hands to press it evenly, stretching it to cover the bottom and edges.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top and add pepperoni slices if using.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F, then bake the pizza for 15 to 25 minutes until the crust turns golden and the cheese is bubbly. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately.