Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups + 2 tablespoons (325 grams) warm water (80-90℉)
- ½ cup (100 grams) active sourdough starter
- 3 ½ teaspoons (10 grams) Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon pizza seasoning (or 2 teaspoons dried oregano + 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 4 cups + 2 tablespoons (500 grams) bread flour
- 1 cup (125 grams) pepperoni slices cut into quarters
- ½ cup (50 grams) shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup (20 grams) grated parmesan cheese
- Rice flour for dusting proofing basket
- 2 ice cubes for steam
Instructions
- Feed your sourdough starter 6-12 hours before starting to ensure it’s bubbly and active.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm water, sourdough starter, salt, and pizza seasoning. Add bread flour and mix until fully combined.
- Lightly wet your hands to prevent sticking. Flatten the dough slightly and add ¼ of the pepperoni and cheese to the center. Perform a stretch-and-fold process.
- Cover the dough and let it rise until it doubles in size, taking 4 to 8 hours depending on temperature.
- Turn the fermented dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round ball. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Repeat the shaping process and cold proof the dough overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 450℉ with a lidded Dutch oven inside.
- Transfer the dough to parchment paper, score the top, and place it in the Dutch oven with ice cubes for steam.
- Bake at 450℉ for 40 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack for at least 2-4 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with marinara sauce, ranch dip, or a side salad. For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or cheese as toppings.
- Prep Time: 180 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg