Ingredients
1 cup whole wheat flour for the base
1/2 cup warm water to activate the yeast
1 tsp active dry yeast for leavening
1/4 cup tomato sauce for rich flavor and moisture
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for creamy texture
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil for added aroma
Salt and pepper to taste for balancing flavors
Store-bought pizza crust as an alternative base (quantity as needed)
Shredded mozzarella cheese additional amount for topping
Pizza sauce a few spoonfuls per pizza
Mini pepperoni slices 3 to 4 per pizza
Mozzarella slices 3 per pizza, cut with the mini cutter
Instructions
1-Getting started with heart shaped mini pizzas: First, prepare the dough by mixing 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup warm water, 1 tsp active dry yeast, salt, and a dash of olive oil. Knead until smooth, then let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour until itβs doubled in size.
2-Next: preheat your oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C) and get your toppings ready, like slicing veggies or shredding cheese. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick, then use a 3-inch heart cookie cutter to shape the mini pizzas.
3-Place the cut dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each one, and add shredded mozzarella cheese along with fresh basil. Top with 3 to 4 mini pepperoni slices or your preferred options, then bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese bubbles and the crust turns golden.
4-Right after baking, add 3 mini mozzarella heart slices cut with the 1/2-inch cutter to each pizza the residual heat will melt them just enough. Let everything cool completely before serving to avoid any hot surprises from the sauce.
Last Step:
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π‘ Add mozzarella heart shapes after baking so they hold their distinct shape.
π‘ Use thin pre-made pizza crust for easier chewing compared to bagels or English muffins.
π‘ Let pizzas cool completely before serving to prevent burns from hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
