Description
Mini pizzas are personal-sized pizzas that allow everyone to customize their own toppings, making them perfect for parties, quick meals, or fun family dinners.
Ingredients
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For the Pizza Dough
- 1 cup Warm water (not hot, just comfortably warm)
- 2 teaspoons Yeast (instant or active dry)
- 2 cups All-purpose flour (or bread flour for more chew)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to enhance flavor and texture)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for added moisture)
For the Toppings
- 1 cup Tomato sauce (homemade or jarred)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (fresh or shredded)
- 1 cup Mixed toppings (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell pepper, olives, cooked sausage, spinach)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil.
- Stir until the mixture looks shaggy, then knead for about 6 to 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise until puffy for about 60 to 90 minutes.
Roll and Cut Pizza Rounds
- Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out circles.
Assemble Mini Pizzas
- Spread about 1 to 2 teaspoons of sauce on each round.
- Add a small pinch of mozzarella.
- Top with a few pieces of chosen toppings.
Bake the Pizzas
- Preheat the oven to 475 F.
- Place mini pizzas on a preheated baking sheet or pan.
- Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges start to brown.
Notes
Mini pizzas can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
