Description
This easy Sheet Pan Pizza recipe combines a homemade pizza dough with fresh toppings, baked to golden perfection on a quarter sheet pan. Ideal for a quick weeknight meal, this pizza features a crispy crust, melted mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil for vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough and Base
- ½ pound pizza dough
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ½ cup pizza sauce
Toppings
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4–5 cherry tomatoes, sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Allow the pizza dough to rest covered at room temperature for 20 minutes to relax the gluten, making it easier to roll out.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a clean surface, roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 9 x 13 inches, matching the size of a quarter sheet pan.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place the oven rack in the upper third of the oven to ensure even baking and a crisp crust.
- Prepare the Pan and Assemble: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil onto a quarter sheet pan and evenly press the rolled dough into the pan. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the dough surface. Spread the pizza sauce evenly on top, then layer with mozzarella cheese, sliced cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the prepared pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the crust turns golden and the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and top with additional fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This pizza is best enjoyed fresh from the oven for optimal crust crispness and cheese texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or on a skillet to maintain crust crispness rather than microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/6 of pizza)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
