Notes & Tips
- Dough tip: Allow pizza dough to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling to make it easier to stretch and shape.
- Cheese leak prevention: Make sure the dough is sealed tightly around the cheese sticks to avoid melting cheese leaking during baking.
- Ingredient swaps: Use block mozzarella cut into strips if string cheese isn’t available. Swap pepperoni with mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, or sausage for a custom twist.
- Vegetarian version: Omit the pepperoni and load up on colorful veggies like spinach, roasted red peppers, and olives.
- Serving suggestions: Pair with a crisp green salad, roasted veggies, or extra marinara sauce for dipping.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze individual slices for future meals.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven or toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) until warm and crisp. Avoid the microwave to preserve the crust’s texture.
This homemade stuffed crust pizza delivers everything you love—crispy crust, cheesy edges, melty topping—in one easy, crowd-pleasing recipe. Whether it’s pizza night or party night, it’s always a good time for cheesy bliss!
