Ingredients:
For the Pizza Dough:
- 500 g Plain Flour
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 7 g Fast Action Yeast
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 340 ml Warm Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Onions, chopped
- 6 cloves Garlic, crushed
- 2 400g cans Chopped Tomatoes
- 6 tablespoons Tomato Puree
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
For the Pesto:
- Bunch Basil
- 50 g Pine Nuts
- 75 g Pecorino Cheese, finely grated
- Olive Oil
For the Toppings:
- 100 g Cooked Chicken
- 150 g Mozzarella, sliced
- 100 g Cheddar Cheese, grated
Instructions:
Make the Dough:
- Mix the flour, yeast, oil, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine sugar and warm water, then make a well in the dry ingredients. Pour the sugar and water into the well.
- Gradually mix the wet and dry ingredients together, then turn out onto a floured work surface.
- Knead for 10 minutes. Flour the outside of the dough ball and place it in an oiled bowl.
- Let it prove for about 15 minutes somewhere warm or refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat the Oven to 200°C. Make the Sauce:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, salt, and 40ml of water.
- Once the water evaporates, pour in the tin of tomatoes and cook until almost dry.
- Mix in the tomato puree and oregano. Leave to cook until it reaches a thick consistency. Then, I can tip it out onto a plate and allow it to cool.
Make the Pesto:
- Blend basil, pine nuts, and pecorino in a blender with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Keep adding olive oil until reaching a drizzling consistency for the pizzas.
Make the Pizzas:
- Split the dough into 16 balls and roll each into a circle.
- On half of them, spread sauce, then split the chicken, half the mozzarella, and cheddar between them.
- On the other half, spread sauce, followed by a drizzle of pesto and the rest of the mozzarella.
- Bake the pizzas for 10-12 minutes.
FAQS:
Q1: Can I freeze the pizza dough?
A1: Absolutely! Freeze the dough after proving for a quick and convenient pizza-making session later.
Q2: Can I customize the toppings?
A2: Indeed! Get creative with your favorite toppings – veggies, meats, or extra cheese, the choice is yours.
Q3: How can I make the pizzas healthier?
A3: Opt for whole wheat flour, lean protein, and an abundance of veggies to make a healthier version of these mini pizzas.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, our Mini Pizzas are a delightful blend of homemade goodness and creative toppings. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized wonders will have everyone coming back for more. Give our recipe a try and enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own mini pizza masterpiece!