Kids Pizza Recipe
Cheese pizza with a crispy crust.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Stir until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll or stretch it into a 12-inch round pizza crust.
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the pizza crust to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 9
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add oregano, grated Parmesan cheese, and pepperoni slices if desired.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
