Simple Cheese Pizza

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Simple Cheese Pizza

Crispy Crust, Melty Mozzarella, and Classic Flavor – A Homemade Favorite Done Right!

Craving that perfect cheese pizza with golden edges and stretchy mozzarella? This Simple Cheese Pizza delivers all the flavor of your favorite pizzeria—right from your own oven. With a fluffy, homemade crust, rich tomato sauce, and bubbling mozzarella, this easy recipe brings back the joy of classic pizza night. Whether it’s family dinner or movie-night comfort, this pie is always a hit.

Ingredients

For the Pizza Dough:

• 2¼ tsp (1 packet) Active Dry Yeast (Amazon)
• 1½ cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 3½ to 4 cups All-Purpose Flour (Amazon)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (Amazon)
• 1 tsp salt

For the Topping:

• 1 cup Pizza Sauce (Amazon)
• 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Amazon)
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing the crust)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Pro Tip: Using pre-shredded mozzarella saves time and melts beautifully!

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