GIANT PIZZA SLICE

Ingredients

• 500 g Bread Flour (high‑protein white flour for strong gluten development)
• 300 ml Warm Water (around 40‑45 °C, helps activate yeast)
• 7 g Active Dry Yeast (one standard 7 g sachet)
• 2 tsp Salt (fine sea salt)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, for coating the dough bowl)
• 200 g Pizza Sauce (store‑bought or homemade tomato sauce)
• 150 g Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, full‑fat for meltiness)
• 100 g Red Cheddar Cheese (shredded, adds colour contrast)
• 150 g Pepperoni Slices (thinly sliced, about 24 pieces)

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast

   In a small bowl, combine warm water (40‑45 °C) with the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar if desired. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

   Time: PT5M

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour, salt, and the two pinches of salt mentioned in the video.

   Time: PT2M

3. Combine Wet and Dry

   Make a well in the flour mixture, pour in the frothy yeast water and olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

   Time: PT5M

4. Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8‑10 minutes, pushing, folding, and slapping the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic.

   Time: PT10M

5. First Rise

   Lightly oil the mixing bowl, place the dough inside, cover with a damp tea towel, and set in a warm spot (around 30 °C) for 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

   Time: PT1H

   Temperature: 30°C

6. Deflate and Shape

   Punch down the risen dough, turn it onto a floured surface, and gently stretch or roll it into a giant oval about 30 cm wide and 45 cm long.

   Time: PT5M

7. Prepare Baking Tray

   Line the baking tray with aluminium foil for easy cleanup and place the shaped dough onto it.

   Time: PT2M

8. Add Sauce and Toppings

   Spread pizza sauce evenly, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and red cheddar, then arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer.

   Time: PT5M

9. Bake

   Pre‑heat the oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Bake the pizza slice for 12‑15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 220°C

10. Cool and Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, let it rest for 3 minutes, then slice if desired and serve a single giant slice.

    Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

1250

Protein

45 g

Carbohydrates

130 g

Fat

55 g

Fiber

5 g