Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza Slice with Chili Flake Heat
A comforting pizza slice featuring a perfect balance of savory pepperoni, zesty Italian sausage, and a sprinkle of chili flakes, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Pizza
- 1 round pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12–15 slices pepperoni
- 1/2 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled or balled
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes plus extra for topping
- to taste olive oil for brushing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking tray inside.
- Roll out your dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a piece of parchment paper.
- Spread a layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a slight edge for the crust.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Cover the sauce with mozzarella cheese, then layer on the pepperoni slices and crumbled Italian sausage.
- Top with crushed red pepper flakes.
Baking
- Slide the pizza onto the preheated baking tray or pizza stone and bake for about 10–12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles.
- Let the pizza cool slightly, add more chili flakes if desired, slice up, and serve hot.
Notes
To enhance flavor, add a drizzle of olive oil before baking. Experiment with different cheeses, and top with fresh basil or arugula after baking for added freshness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.