Description
Love is best served on a plate, and these heart-shaped mini pizzas are the perfect way to show it! With a crispy homemade crust, zesty tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese, these adorable pizzas are fun to make and even better to eat. Whether for a romantic dinner, Valentine’s Day, or a fun family night, these mini pizzas are a delicious way to share love, one bite at a time! ❤️🍕
Ingredients
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2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 cup warm water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Pepperoni slices
Optional: Bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, pineapple
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 hour.
- Craft the Sauce
- While the dough rises, combine crushed tomatoes, oregano, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
- Simmer for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Shape the Hearts
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the risen dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out mini pizzas. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Love Bites
- Spread a thin layer of sauce over each heart-shaped dough.
- Sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella.
- Add pepperoni slices or any of your favorite toppings.
- Bake to Perfection
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough 24 hours in advance and refrigerate for a quicker prep.
- Kid-Friendly Fun: Set up a topping station so little chefs can customize their pizzas.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour to accommodate dietary needs.
- Dairy-Free Alternative: Swap regular cheese for plant-based mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian