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Mushroom Pizza Recipe (Homemade)

Let’s delve into creating a delightful homemade mushroom pizza topped with mushrooms, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water 110°F
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
For the Topping
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • Cornmeal for dusting

Method
 

Activate the Yeast
  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This step ensures that your yeast is active and ready to work its magic on the dough.
Mix the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together.
Knead the Dough
  1. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes. The dough should be smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, add a bit more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Let it Rise
  1. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Assembling the mushroom pizza
  1. While the dough is rising, clean and slice the mushrooms and halve the tomatoes. Grate the mozzarella cheese if it’s not pre-shredded.
Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
Shape the Dough
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and let them rest for a few minutes. On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a 12-inch circle.
Transfer the Dough
  1. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. This prevents sticking and helps slide the pizza onto the hot stone or baking sheet.
Add the Sauce
  1. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Layer the Toppings
  1. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Next, arrange the sliced mushrooms and halved cherry tomatoes on top of the cheese. Season with dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Baking the Pizza
  1. Slide the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  2. Once out of the oven, garnish the pizza with fresh basil leaves and a light drizzle of olive oil.
Serving
  1. Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing. Use a sharp pizza cutter for clean slices. Serve hot and enjoy!