Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 cups warm water
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup oil
2 tablespoons yeast
6 cups flour
3 tablespoons powdered milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
For the Pizza Sauce:
2 tablespoons oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
5 tomatoes, diced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 tablespoons ketchup
For the Toppings:
Olives, sliced
Bell peppers, diced
Sausage, sliced
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy.
Add the oil to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, powdered milk, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
2. Make the Pizza Sauce:
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and translucent.
Add the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Cook for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.
Stir in the ketchup and cook for another 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Assemble the Mini Pizzas:
Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F).
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small portions to form mini pizzas.
Roll each portion into a small, round shape about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the dough rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce over each dough round.
Add your desired toppings: olives, bell peppers, sausage, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake the Mini Pizzas: