Description
A crispy, golden crust topped with smoky bacon, gooey cheese, and a sweet tomato sauce. This pizza is a perfect combination of savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Toppings:
- 1/2 cup (120ml) pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (50g) smoked bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1/4 cup (25g) pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat and Shape:
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out dough into a circle and place on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread pizza sauce over the dough.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly.
- Add cooked bacon, pepperoni slices, and smoked paprika.
- Drizzle honey over the top for a balance of sweetness.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra smokiness, use smoked mozzarella or gouda cheese.
- Adjust the honey drizzle according to taste preference.
