If you’re craving the classic, comforting flavor of school cafeteria pizza but want to make it at home with fresh ingredients, this recipe is your ultimate savior! Crispy crust, tangy tomato sauce, melty cheese, and savory toppings—perfect for lunchboxes, family dinners, or a nostalgic treat. Simple enough for kids to help make, and ready in under an hour!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Nostalgic Comfort : Tastes just like the pizza you loved at school.
Kid-Friendly : Easy to customize with toppings kids adore (or avoid the ones they don’t!).
Budget-Friendly : Uses pantry staples and simple ingredients.
Versatile : Swap toppings for veggie, meat, or even breakfast versions!
Ingredients (Makes 1 Large Pizza)
For the Dough (Optional Store-Bought):
1 (15 oz) tube refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)
For the Sauce:
1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce (or marinara)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
Toppings:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of cheeses)
8 oz pepperoni slices (or vegan “pepperoni” for plant-based)
Optional extras :
Diced bell peppers
Sliced mushrooms
Cooked sausage or bacon
Black olives
Pineapple (for a Hawaiian twist!)
For the Crispy Crust:
1 tsp sugar (optional, for browning)
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Dough ready in 1 hour! Authentic Italian bread. No kneading, quick and easy