Here is a FULL DETAILED RECIPE for Ultra-Mellow Homemade Pizza — soft, tender, melt-in-your-mouth dough with rich, smooth flavors. This style is perfect for people who like light, fluffy pizza with mellow seasoning and balanced taste.

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🍕 ULTRA-MELLOW HOMEMADE PIZZA

Soft dough • gentle flavors • creamy cheese melt

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Rise Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes

Servings: 2 medium pizzas

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🧂 INGREDIENTS

For the Soft, Ultra-Mellow Pizza Dough

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup warm water (not hot)

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For the Ultra-Mellow Pizza Sauce

(A smooth, mild, balanced sauce)

• 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 tbsp water (to keep sauce mild and smooth)

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For the Mellow Toppings

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup mild cheddar (optional)
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)
• Thin tomato slices (optional)
• Very mild veggies: sliced mushrooms, onions, olives (optional)

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🥣 INSTRUCTIONS

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STEP 1 — Prepare the Dough (Soft & Mellow Texture)

1. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Add warm water and olive oil.
3. Mix until dough forms.
4. Knead for 5–7 minutes until soft and smooth.
5. Grease bowl lightly with oil, place dough inside, cover with cloth.
6. Let rise for 1 hour until doubled.

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STEP 2 — Make the Ultra-Mellow Pizza Sauce

1. In a saucepan, add tomato sauce, olive oil, sugar, and seasoning.
2. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
3. Add 1–2 tbsp water to keep the flavor smooth and not too sharp.
4. Turn off heat and let cool.

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STEP 3 — Prepare to Assemble

1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Punch down the dough.
3. Divide into 2 balls for 2 pizzas.
4. Roll gently into medium-thin rounds.

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STEP 4 — Assemble the Pizza

1. Place dough on baking tray or pizza stone.
2. Spread a thin layer of the mellow sauce — not too much.
3. Add mozzarella generously.
4. Add optional toppings lightly.
5. Sprinkle mild cheddar on top if desired.

The goal is a gentle, creamy flavor — not heavily spiced.

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STEP 5 — Bake

• Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes
• Until crust is golden and cheese is melted and mellow.

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STEP 6 — Serve

• Add fresh basil or a small drizzle of olive oil.
• Slice and serve warm.
• Soft, mellow, creamy pizza ready to enjoy!

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⭐ TIPS FOR ULTRA-MELLOW TASTE

• Use mild mozzarella, not sharp cheese.
• Avoid strong herbs like thyme or rosemary — keep flavors smooth.
• Add a splash of milk to cheese mix for creamier melt (optional).
• Brush crust with butter instead of oil for softer texture.

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