Description
Discover the New York Bakery-Style Sicilian Pizza, a hearty and crispy pizza with a thick, airy crust, bold tomato sauce, and melted cheeses baked to golden perfection in a rectangular pan. This recipe blends traditional Sicilian style with iconic New York bakery flavors, offering a perfect balance of texture and taste that’s perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups high-gluten bread flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 3/4 cups lukewarm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus extra for pan and brushing)
- 2 tsp salt
Tomato Sauce Ingredients
- 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano or crushed tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Cheese Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine high-gluten bread flour, active dry yeast, lukewarm water, olive oil, and salt. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead by hand or with a stand mixer for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and gluten has developed fully.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the dough rises, blend crushed tomatoes with minced garlic, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and olive oil. Let the sauce simmer or rest to meld flavors.
- Shape the Dough in the Pan: After rising, gently stretch and press the dough into a well-oiled rectangular baking pan to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thickness. Let it rest for 20 minutes to relax and rise slightly.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Evenly spread the prepared tomato sauce over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Pecorino or Parmesan cheese over the top liberally.
- Bake to Perfect Crispness: Bake in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until crust is golden brown and crispy, and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Notes
- Use a heavy, sturdy rectangular pan for even heat distribution and a crispy crust.
- Brush the pan and dough edges with olive oil to achieve a golden, crunchy crust.
- Add water gradually while mixing to achieve the perfect dough hydration.
- Allow the dough to rest after stretching to prevent shrinking during baking.
- Use fresh mozzarella or high-quality grated cheeses for better melt and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of pizza)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: New York Sicilian pizza, Sicilian pizza recipe, thick crust pizza, bakery-style pizza, tomato sauce pizza, mozzarella pizza
