Easy Deep Dish Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible comfort of homemade *Easy Deep Dish Pizza*, a showstopper that brings the flavors of Chicago-style pizza straight to your kitchen! This recipe features a buttery, golden crust made from scratch that’s perfectly tender and slightly crispy thanks to a touch of cornmeal. Overflowing with layers of gooey mozzarella, savory toppings like pepperoni or vegetables, and rich pizza sauce, every bite is a cheesy, hearty delight. Designed for convenience, the dough comes together effortlessly with instant yeast and minimal kneading, while baking in a cast-iron skillet guarantees the perfect deep-dish texture. Ready in under an hour and customizable with your favorite toppings, this family-friendly pizza is ideal for pizza night or casual entertaining. Serve it fresh out of the oven and watch it disappear slice by slice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
- 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups Pizza sauce
- 1.5 cups Toppings (pepperoni, cooked sausage, vegetables, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 4-5 minutes.
Lightly oil a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat it lightly in the oil. Cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or a deep-dish pizza pan with the remaining olive oil, and sprinkle it with cornmeal.
Punch down the risen dough, then roll it out into a 14-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to the prepared skillet or pan, pressing it up against the sides to form a crust.
Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella evenly over the bottom of the dough. Layer with your chosen toppings, spreading them out evenly.
Pour pizza sauce over the toppings, spreading it out to cover them completely. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes after removing it from the oven. Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1645 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
