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Sicilian Pizza Recipe: How to Make the Ultimate Thick-Crust Square Pie

This Sicilian Pizza Recipe features a thick, airy leavened dough with a crispy fried bottom, topped with vibrant tomato sauce, bubbly mozzarella cheese, and signature charred edges. Perfectly square, crunchy, and satisfying for home bakers.
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Prep Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Base
  • 4 cups bread flour 500g, high protein for structure
  • 1.5 cups warm water 355ml, 110°F (43°C)
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 7g or 1 packet
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar 4g, for browning and yeast fuel
  • 2 tsp fine sea salt 12g
  • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 90ml total; divided for dough and pan
Sauce and Toppings
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes 480ml, chunky herb-flecked sauce
  • 12 oz mozzarella cheese 340g, low-moisture, freshly shredded
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese 25g, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano 2g, for aromatic finish

Equipment

  • 1 13x18 inch Half-Sheet Pan Metal rimmed baking sheet for best conduction.
  • 1 Stand Mixer or Large Bowl For kneading the high-hydration dough.
  • 1 Wire Cooling Rack Prevents the bottom from getting soggy after baking.

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl; let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix in flour, salt, and 3 tbsp (45ml) olive oil. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1.5 hours until doubled.
Shape and Second Rise
  1. Pour 3 tbsp (45ml) oil into a 13x18 inch pan. Stretch the dough to the corners.
  2. Cover dough and let rise in the pan for 45-60 minutes to develop an airy, porous interior.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Spread chunky sauce over the dough, followed by mozzarella (pushed to the edges) and oregano.
  2. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 20-25 minutes until the bottom is crispy golden and cheese is bubbly with charred spots.
  3. Dust with parmesan, rest for 5 minutes, and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 16gFat: 18gFiber: 2g

Notes

Use a dark metal pan for the best crispy fried bottom result.
Ensure mozzarella reaches the very edge of the pan to create the signature charred cheese crust.
Keyword Sicilian Pizza Recipe,Square Pizza,Thick Crust Pizza

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