Go Back
+ servings
Tavern-Style Pizza

Irresistibly Crispy Tavern-Style Pizza Recipe You’ll Love

This delicious tavern-style pizza features a crispy crust, flavorful toppings, and is perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups High-Protein Flour Gluten-free flour works if you're avoiding gluten.
  • 1.5 cups Water Lukewarm water helps activate the yeast.
  • 2 teaspoons Yeast Fresh or dry yeast both work.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Robust Marinara Sauce Homemade is best for depth.
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Try provolone or a cheese blend for a different taste experience.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Fennel Italian Sausage
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Slice thin for an even crispier bite.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Load up on your favorite veggies or meats.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Pan
  • pizza stone
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine high-protein flour, water, yeast, and salt to form a dough. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth, then cover with a cloth and leave in a warm place to rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  2. Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release air, then transfer it to a floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough into a thin layer approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  3. While rolling out the dough, preheat your oven to a high temperature of 475°F (245°C). Place a baking pan or pizza stone in the oven to heat up as well.
  4. Carefully transfer the rolled dough to a floured baking sheet or directly onto a preheated pizza stone. Spread a generous layer of marinara sauce over the surface, leaving a small border for the crust.
  5. Add a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese and arrange your choice of toppings, such as fennel Italian sausage, pepperoni, and mushrooms.
  6. Slide the assembled pizza onto the hot baking pan in the oven. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and crispy.
  7. Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, preheat thoroughly, don’t overload toppings, and use fresh ingredients.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!