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Lunch Lady Sheet-Pan Pizza

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A nostalgic school cafeteria-style sheet-pan pizza with a soft thick crust, savory tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese that’s perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough rises, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft.
  6. Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a large sheet pan.
  9. Press the risen dough evenly across the sheet pan, reaching the edges.
  10. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough.
  11. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top and add pepperoni if desired.
  12. Bake for 15–18 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is lightly golden.
  13. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings if you prefer a crispier base.
  • You can substitute pepperoni with cooked sausage or vegetables like mushrooms and bell peppers.
  • Leftover pizza keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months for easy reheating.
  • Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–10 minutes to keep the crust crisp.

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