Halloween Pizza with Black Crust

Directions

1. In a stand mixer bowl, put the sugar, yeast, and warm water. Stir gently and let it sit for 5 to 8 minutes until bubbly.
2. After the yeast is foamy, add the rest of the ingredients. Mix until combined, with no visible flour. If too wet, add more flour; if too dry, add a bit more olive oil.
3. Knead the dough for a couple minutes by hand or using the mixer. Form it into a ball, lightly oil the bowl, put the dough back, and cover with a light towel.
4. Let it rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
5. Set your oven to 475°F to preheat.
6. Once risen, turn the dough out onto a greased surface. Shape it into a large circle.
7. Transfer the dough to a pizza pan, baking sheet, or pizza stone.
8. Add your desired toppings like marinara, pepperoni, black olives, mozzarella, and provolone.
9. Bake for 15 minutes until the crust is fully cooked and the top is golden.
10. Take it out of the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.