Hot and Sweet Triple Pepper Pizza
The ultimate comfort food for any gathering, Hot and Sweet Triple Pepper Pizza is a delicious blend of spicy and sweet peppers on a cheesy base. With its crispy crust and gooey texture, this easy weeknight dinner is perfect for sharing. Make it tonight for an unforgettable meal!
Equipment
- Oven
- Grater
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 batch pizza dough homemade here
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce or your favorite pizza sauce
- 8 ounces sharp provolone cheese freshly grated
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese torn
- 6 ounces fontina cheese freshly grated
- 2/3 cup sliced hot banana peppers
- 2/3 cup sliced hot jalapeno peppers
- 1 jar pepperazzi peppers or cherry peppers/pimentos
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for topping
Instructions
- Prep the dough and once it’s ready to bake, roll it out on a well floured surface.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- If I’m using a baking sheet, I’ll sprinkle a bit of fine ground cornmeal on the sheet before rolling out the dough to loosely fit. If I’m using a pizza stone, I’ll usually preheat the oven and stone to 475 degrees F.
- Rub the dough with olive oil then cover it in the tomato sauce.
- Add on half of the cheese (provolone, mozz + fontina), then cover the pizza evenly with a mixture of the peppers.
- Top it with the remaining cheese, saving the parm for after.
- Bake the pizza for 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza and let it cool slightly before covering in the grated parm and slicing.
- Serve!
Notes
- Storage: If you have leftovers, store the pizza in an airtight container in the fridge. It should last for up to three days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the pizza before baking! Just assemble it, wrap it tightly, and store it for up to two months.
- Pairing: This pizza goes exceptionally well with a fresh garden salad or some garlic bread on the side.
- Crispy Crust: For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
- Herb Infusion: Add fresh herbs like basil or oregano to the sauce for an aromatic twist.
- Slice with Care: Use a sharp pizza cutter for clean slices without disturbing the toppings.