1/2 cup cooked sausage crumbles
1/4 cup sliced black olives
Additional toppings as desired (e.g., mushrooms, bell peppers)
For Garnish:
Fresh basil leaves
Instructions:
Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and yeast.
Add warm water and olive oil, and stir until the dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans:
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Grease individual round baking dishes or a muffin tin.
Assemble the Pizzas:
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into balls (the size will depend on the size of your baking dishes).
Press each ball of dough into the bottom and up the sides of each baking dish.
Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce over each dough base.
Sprinkle with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
Add the pepperoni, sausage, olives, and any other toppings you like.
Bake the Pizzas:
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
These mini deep-dish pizzas are great for parties, family dinners, or even as a fun cooking project with kids. They’re customizable with any toppings you like, so feel free to get creative! Enjoy your meal! If you need recipes for specific types of dough or sauces, or any other variations, just let me know!
