Mini Pizzas Recipe
Personal-sized pizzas with cheese and pepperoni.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough starts to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Pizzas
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a small circle about 6 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Sauce
Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on each mini pizza base, leaving the edges clear.
- 8
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce on each mini pizza, followed by a layer of pepperoni slices. Sprinkle dried oregano and red pepper flakes to taste.
- 9
Bake the Pizzas
Place the mini pizzas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
- 10
Serve Hot
Remove the mini pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your personal-sized pizzas!
