Classic Bacon Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of homemade **Classic Bacon Pizza**, a perfect combination of simplicity and bold taste! Crafted with golden, crispy pizza dough brushed with olive oil and a vibrant tomato sauce base, this pizza is topped generously with melty mozzarella cheese and smoky, perfectly cooked bacon pieces. A sprinkling of dried oregano, garlic powder, and a hint of red pepper flakes enhances every bite with an Italian-inspired flair. Baked to perfection on a preheated pizza stone for that irresistible crispy crust, it's finished with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant, herbaceous touch. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this bacon pizza recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 45 minutes. Keywords: bacon pizza recipe, homemade pizza, crispy crust pizza, easy pizza recipe, classic pizza.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 5 pieces Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Cornmeal
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside, if available, to ensure a crispy crust.
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. For a classic pizza, aim for about 12 inches in diameter.
Sprinkle the cornmeal over a pizza peel or the back of a baking sheet to prevent sticking, then transfer the rolled dough onto it.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy but not too brittle since it will cook more in the oven. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Brush the pizza dough lightly with olive oil, which will help in creating a golden crust.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about half an inch around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
Tear or cut the cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces and evenly distribute over the cheese.
Sprinkle dried oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes over the top for additional flavor.
Use the peel to slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or directly onto the oven rack and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Top with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
Slice the pizza using a pizza wheel or sharp knife, serve hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.0 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 4522 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 115.6 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1727 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
