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Detroit-Style Pizza

Ultimate Detroit-Style Pizza with Cheesy Edges You’ll Love

This Detroit-Style Pizza recipe features a thick, airy crust with cheesy edges, creating a delicious and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Dough Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 44 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups bread flour All-purpose flour also works
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup warm water Adjust as needed
  • 2 teaspoons salt Add after initial mixing
  • 1 tablespoon diastatic malt powder Optional for better browning
For the Toppings
  • 4 tablespoons melted garlic butter Add minced garlic for flavor
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Enhance with a splash of heavy cream
  • 2 cups brick cheese Or substitutes like low-moisture mozzarella
  • 1 cup stracciatella Adds coolness after baking
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey For drizzling on top before serving

Equipment

  • Detroit-style pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • wire rack

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, and sugar. Gradually add warm water, stirring until well combined. Let the mixture rest for 20-30 minutes.
  2. After resting, sprinkle in the salt and mix to incorporate fully into the dough.
Stretch and Fold
  1. Perform 3-4 sets of stretch and folds every 30 minutes for about 30 seconds each to develop the dough's texture.
Proofing
  1. Transfer the dough to an oiled pan, pressing towards the edges. Cover and allow it to proof for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F. Brush the dough with melted garlic butter, spread marinara sauce, and top with cheese.
Finishing Touches
  1. Bake for about 14 minutes until golden. Transfer to a wire rack, then top with stracciatella and hot honey before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use a metal Detroit-style pan and avoid using glass for baking. It's important to transfer the pizza to a wire rack immediately after baking to maintain its crispiness.

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