Kids Pizza Recipe
Pizza slice with choice of 1 topping. Choice of side.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Pizza Topping
Sides
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness for the pizza crust.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top, followed by your choice of one topping from pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives.
Baking the Pizza
- 8
Bake
Transfer the assembled pizza onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Preparing Sides
- 9
Prepare Sides
While the pizza is baking, prepare your choice of sides by washing and cutting carrot sticks, celery sticks, or apple slices.
Serving
- 10
Slice and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve with the prepared sides.
