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Detroit-Style Pizza Recipe

Crispy Detroit-Style Pizza Recipe for the Ultimate Comfort Feast

This Detroit-Style Pizza Recipe is a comforting dish with thick crust and gooey cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups Bread Flour or all-purpose flour for a denser base
  • 1.5 cups Water warm, about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Yeast instant yeast for quick results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt try Pink Himalayan salt for a unique taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey/agave as natural alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil vegetable oil can work too
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Brick Cheese or a mix of mozzarella and Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce spicy arrabbiata or fresh tomatoes can be alternatives

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • Pizza Cutter
  • 10x14-inch rectangular baking pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crispy Detroit-Style Pizza Recipe
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar, then sprinkle in instant yeast. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour and salt. Create a well and pour in the activated yeast mixture with olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Transfer the shaggy dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Lightly grease a bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Grease a 10x14-inch rectangular baking pan with olive oil. Stretch the dough into the prepared pan and let it rest.
  7. Sprinkle a layer of brick cheese over the dough, letting some hang over the edges. Dollop tomato sauce on top.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and cool for 5-10 minutes. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Patience is key for the dough to rise fully; customize toppings as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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