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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch round pizza shape.
- 7
Add Ricotta
Spread the ricotta cheese evenly across the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Mozzarella
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the ricotta layer.
- 9
Mix Calabrian Maple Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the Calabrian chili paste with maple syrup. Drizzle this mixture over the cheese.
- 10
Sprinkle Poppy Seeds
Evenly sprinkle the poppy seeds over the top of the pizza.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Transfer the assembled pizza to the hot stone or a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top before slicing and serving.
