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Pepperoni and Burrata Pizza

This pizza features a crisp, golden crust topped with a tangy tomato sauce, slices of spicy pepperoni, and generous dollops of creamy Burrata cheese. The baking process melts the cheese and crisps the edges, creating a harmonious combination of savory, rich, and slightly spicy flavors with a soft yet crispy texture.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pizza dough preferably homemade or high-quality store-bought
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce use a simple marinara for best flavor
  • 3-4 ounces pepperoni slices spicy and smoky
  • 4 ounces Burrata cheese fresh, creamy cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
  • to taste salt if needed

Equipment

  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Rolling pin

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
  2. Lightly dust your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a thin, even circle, about 12 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin.
  3. Carefully transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper or a floured pizza peel.
  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
  5. Arrange slices of spicy pepperoni evenly over the sauce, ensuring each slice gets some heat and flavor.
  6. Slide the pizza (with parchment) onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy, and the pepperoni begins to curl.
  7. Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack or serving surface.
  8. Gently tear the Burrata cheese into large pieces and place them evenly across the hot pizza, allowing the creamy center to soften and melt slightly.
  9. Drizzle the entire pizza lightly with good-quality olive oil and add a pinch of salt if desired.
  10. Let the pizza sit for a minute to allow the cheese to soften and the flavors to meld.
  11. Slice the pizza into wedges, serve immediately, and enjoy the contrast of crispy crust, melty cheese, spicy pepperoni, and rich Burrata.