Description
Delightful mini pizza explosions blend Italian charm with bite-sized perfection, delivering a flavor-packed culinary adventure. Crispy edges, melted cheese, and zesty toppings create an irresistible experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pizza sauce
Vegetables and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sliced olives (optional)
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Dust a clean work surface with flour to prevent dough from sticking.
- Stretch the pizza dough into a thin, even layer approximately 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
- Use a cookie cutter or drinking glass to create uniform circular dough shapes.
- Position mozzarella cheese and selected toppings on one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edge.
- Carefully fold the empty dough half over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape.
- Firmly press and crimp the edges with fingertips to create a secure seal, preventing filling from leaking during baking.
- Transfer the sealed mini pizzas onto a lightly greased baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the pastry turns a rich golden brown and looks crispy.
- Remove from oven and let the mini pizzas rest for 3-5 minutes to cool slightly and allow fillings to set.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or snack, ideal for gatherings or casual dining.
Notes
- Select cold, firm dough for easier handling and prevent sticking during rolling.
- Test dough thickness carefully to ensure consistent mini pizza explosion texture and even baking.
- Experiment with various cheese combinations like cheddar or provolone for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to streamline assembly and prevent dough from drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg