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Crispy Focaccia Pizza Supreme Recipe Easy Homemade Vibrant Toppings

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A crispy focaccia pizza with a golden crust, pillowy interior, and vibrant toppings including roasted peppers, olives, fresh herbs, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy nights and casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 ⅓ cups (320 ml) warm water (100-110°F / 38-43°C)
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced (jarred or fresh-roasted)
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil if possible)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk recommended)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Flaky sea salt, a pinch (to sprinkle after baking)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water (320 ml) with sugar and yeast. Stir gently, then let sit until foamy (around 5 minutes).
  2. Make the dough: Add flour (420 g), salt, and ⅓ cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until dough starts to come together, then knead by hand or with a stand mixer dough hook for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic but slightly tacky.
  3. First rise: Lightly oil a mixing bowl, place dough inside, cover with towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (1 to 1.5 hours).
  4. Prepare baking sheet: Drizzle olive oil generously on a 9×13-inch baking sheet or rimmed pizza pan and spread evenly with a pastry brush.
  5. Shape the dough: Gently deflate risen dough and transfer to baking sheet. Press out with fingertips to edges, aiming for about ½ inch thickness. Let rest if resistant and try again.
  6. Second rise: Cover loosely and let dough rise again until puffed but not doubled (about 30 minutes).
  7. Add toppings and bake: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Brush dough lightly with olive oil and sprinkle flaky sea salt. Scatter minced garlic evenly, then layer mozzarella, roasted peppers, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion slices, and Parmesan. Bake 20-25 minutes until crust is golden and crisp and cheese is bubbly and browned.
  8. Finish and garnish: Remove from oven, add fresh torn basil leaves, drizzle olive oil, and grind black pepper. Let rest a few minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use warm water to activate yeast properly. Do not skip the two rises for best texture. Generously drizzle olive oil before baking for a crispy golden crust. Avoid overloading toppings to prevent sogginess. Let pizza rest after baking to set cheese. Dough can be prepared ahead and risen overnight in fridge.

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