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Pepperoni and Burrata Pizza with Pesto

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Pepperoni and Burrata Pizza with Pesto is a gourmet-style pizza featuring crispy pepperoni, creamy burrata, and fresh basil pesto on a golden crust. It’s rich, savory, and bursting with flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 oz burrata cheese
  • 20–25 slices pepperoni
  • 2–3 tbsp basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Cornmeal or flour, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and bring dough to room temperature.
  2. On a floured or cornmeal-dusted surface, stretch or roll dough into a 12-inch round.
  3. Transfer dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and evenly top with pepperoni slices.
  5. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until crust is golden and pepperoni is crisp.
  6. Remove from oven and tear burrata over the hot pizza so it begins to melt.
  7. Spoon pesto in dollops or swirl across the pizza.
  8. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired and garnish with fresh basil.
  9. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap pepperoni with spicy salami for a variation.
  • For vegetarian, skip meat and add roasted red peppers or artichokes.
  • Add a light layer of tomato sauce under toppings if desired.
  • Drizzle with hot honey for a sweet-spicy finish.
  • Grill the dough for a charred, smoky crust option.

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