Pizza Diavola
Fiery Italian pizza topped with spicy pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and a kick of red pepper flakes. A classic Roman favorite with bold, smoky flavors.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 850
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Lightly oil a 14-inch pizza pan or baking sheet.
Step 2
Stretch pizza dough on the prepared pan, creating an even thickness with slightly raised edges.
Step 3
Combine crushed tomatoes with minced garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, and sea salt. Spread evenly over dough, leaving a 0.5-inch border.
Step 4
Arrange pepperoni slices over the sauce, spacing them slightly apart.
Step 5
Sprinkle red pepper flakes evenly across the surface.
Step 6
Distribute torn mozzarella over the pizza.
Step 7
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbling.
Step 8
Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining 2 tbsp olive oil.
Step 9
Tear fresh basil leaves over the hot pizza. Let rest 2 minutes before slicing.
Tools you’ll need
- 14-inch pizza pan or baking sheet
- oven
- mixing bowl
- spoon
- pizza cutter or knife
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