Description
Detroit-Style Pan Pizza is a legendary iconic American pizza known for its golden cheese crust, thick, airy dough, and signature crispy edges. Baked in a rectangular pan, this classic deep-dish pizza layers cheese all the way to the edges, ensuring a crunchy, caramelized crust. Whether you’re celebrating National Pizza Party Day or just craving the ultimate comfort food, this crispy edge pizza is a must-try!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Grease a rectangular pan with olive oil and press the dough into the edges. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes to relax.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella all the way to the edges for a crispy, caramelized crust.
- Layer with pepperoni slices and spoon the pizza sauce in thick lines across the top (Detroit-style tradition).
- Sprinkle dried oregano over the pizza for extra flavor.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
- Crispier edges: Use a metal pan for the best cheese caramelization.
- Dough tip: Letting the dough rest in the pan for 10 minutes before baking creates a fluffier crust.
- Topping ideas: Try adding crumbled sausage, mushrooms, or jalapeños for a twist.
- Authentic touch: Traditional Detroit-style pizza uses Wisconsin brick cheese—swap mozzarella for a richer, buttery taste.
