# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (7 g) instant dry yeast
03 - 1 tsp sugar
04 - 1 tsp salt
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 cup minus 1 tbsp warm water
→ Cheese Filling
07 - 7 oz mozzarella cheese sticks or block mozzarella, cut into thin strips
→ Sauce & Toppings
08 - ¾ cup pizza sauce
09 - 7 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1.75 oz pepperoni slices
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
# Directions:
01 - Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add olive oil and warm water. Mix thoroughly until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
02 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 7 minutes, working the dough until smooth and elastic with consistent texture.
03 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or towel. Let rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 hour or until doubled in volume.
04 - Set oven to 450°F. Ensure oven rack is positioned in the center for even baking.
05 - Roll dough on a floured surface into a 13-inch circle. Transfer carefully to a baking tray or pizza stone.
06 - Place mozzarella strips along the outer edge of the dough circle. Fold dough edge over the cheese strips and pinch tightly to seal completely, ensuring no gaps.
07 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the center area, avoiding the stuffed crust edge. Layer with shredded mozzarella, pepperoni slices, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sprinkle oregano over the top.
08 - Brush the stuffed crust edge with olive oil to promote golden browning during baking.
09 - Bake for 15–20 minutes until the crust turns deep golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
10 - Allow pizza to cool for 3–4 minutes before slicing. Cut into wedges and serve immediately while hot.
