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Pepperoni and Burrata Pizza

This pizza features a crispy crust topped with a vibrant tomato sauce, sizzled pepperoni slices, and dollops of creamy burrata cheese. The dish combines contrasting textures of crunchy and velvety with a melted, bubbling cheese layer that creates a rich, inviting appearance.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ball pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce preferably thick and flavorful
  • 3-4 ounces pepperoni slices sliced thinly
  • 1 ball burrata cheese fresh, torn into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
  • to taste fresh basil leaves roughly chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Pizza oven or regular oven
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a baking sheet or pizza stone inside to heat up.
  2. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a thin circle, about 12 inches in diameter.
  3. Carefully transfer the rolled dough onto a sheet of parchment paper or a floured pizza peel.
  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Scatter the pepperoni slices evenly across the sauce, ensuring some overlap for flavor.
  6. Slide the pizza onto the hot baking surface and bake until the crust is golden and crispy, about 12-15 minutes.
  7. Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately tear the burrata into uneven pieces, distributing them across the top while the cheese is still hot.
  8. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves for aroma and color.
  9. Let the pizza rest for a minute or two to allow the burrata to soften and meld into the warm toppings.
  10. Slice the pizza into wedges, revealing the contrast between crispy edges, melting pepperoni, and creamy burrata.
  11. Enjoy your pizza immediately, savoring the textures and rich flavors with each bite.