Homemade White Banana Pepper Pizza Recipe
This Homemade White Banana Pepper Pizza combines a crispy homemade dough base with tangy pickled banana peppers, melted mozzarella cheese, and optional salami, seasoned lightly with Italian herbs and garlic powder. Baked to perfection at high heat, this pizza offers a flavorful twist on traditional recipes with a fresh, vibrant topping and a golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 1 10-12 inch pizza (serves 2-3) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 portion Homemade or store-bought pizza dough (amount as needed for one 10–12 inch pizza)
Toppings
- 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Pickled Banana Peppers to taste (approximately 1/4 to 1/3 cup, drained and patted dry)
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (or an Italian blend)
- Salami slices (optional, about 1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for a crispy crust and melty cheese.
- Prepare Dough: Stretch out your pizza dough on a baking surface or pizza stone. Once shaped, drizzle and rub about 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil over the crust surface, avoiding the outer edges to keep them crisp without oil.
- Dry Banana Peppers: Using a clean towel or paper towel, pat dry the pickled banana peppers to remove excess moisture, preventing sogginess on your pizza.
- Add Toppings: Evenly scatter the dried banana peppers over the dough, add salami slices if using, then sprinkle the Italian seasoning and garlic powder evenly across the toppings.
- Top with Cheese: Generously cover the pizza with 1 1/2 to 2 cups of shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese, making sure to cover all toppings for a cohesive melt.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden and the crust is cooked through and crisp on the bottom.
Notes
- Patting the banana peppers dry is crucial to avoid a soggy pizza crust.
- For a spicier kick, use hot pickled banana peppers or add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Salami is optional; for a vegetarian option, omit the meat and increase the cheese or add other vegetables.
- Use a pizza stone or baking steel if available for a crisper crust.
- Let the pizza cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set slightly.
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