Zoe's Easy, Rustic Mini Pizzas

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I created these delicious mini pizzas. They are more like a pizza bun. The dough is fluffy and tender, the sauce is fresh, and the cheese crisp and a little gooey. Very easy appetizer and absolutely delicious. A great appetizer, snack, or light supper!

Submitted by CookieMonster
Published on June 19, 2020
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 mini pizza buns
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups warm water

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons instant yeast

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Sauce:

  • 1 ½ cups prepared tomato sauce

  • 1 clove garlic, diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, diced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Toppings:

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

  1. Mix flour, water, olive oil, yeast, salt, and sugar together in a large bowl. Use an ice cream scoop to place 12 balls of dough onto the prepared pan, patting down slightly; dough will be very sticky. Let sit until risen, about 30 minutes, without kneading or punching down.

  2. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking pan. Toss an ice cube into the bottom of the oven to add some humidity.

  3. Combine tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, and basil in a bowl. Add olive oil, vinegar, and sugar; stir very well.

  4. Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons tomato sauce on each dough ball. Sprinkle 1 to 4 tablespoons mozzarella cheese on top and add spinach.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Cook's Note:

You can substitute 2 teaspoons dried oregano and 3 teaspoons dried basil for fresh, if you'd like.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

205 Calories
8g Fat
28g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 205
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 385mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 93mg 7%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 212mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.