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Detroit Style Pizza Recipe

Savory Detroit Style Pizza Recipe with Caramelized Edges

This Detroit Style Pizza Recipe features a thick crust, savory toppings, and caramelized edges, making it the perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Essential for structure and chewiness
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Enhances flavor and controls yeast fermentation
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Helps the dough rise quickly
  • 1⅔ cups Warm Water About 110°F or 43°C for optimal results
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture and flavor to the dough
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Jack Cheese Provides a creamy texture
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully for a gooey layer
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Pepperoni A classic topping delivering bold flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup 5 Minute Pizza Sauce Quick and easy to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Detroit-style Pizza Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, combine 4 cups of bread flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of instant yeast. Pour in 1⅔ cups of warm water and mix on low speed until a sticky dough forms, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 2 hours.
  3. While the dough is rising, grease a Detroit-style pizza pan generously with olive oil. Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and stretch it into the prepared pan.
  4. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) for a perfect crispy crust.
  5. After the dough has relaxed, stretch it to fill the edges of the pan, layer shredded Jack cheese against the edges, dollop your sauce over the cheese, and distribute pepperoni on top.
  6. Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes until the edges are dark and caramelized.
  7. Remove the pizza, let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pairs beautifully with a side of homemade Gyoza for a full flavor experience.

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