Description
Playful mini lunchbox pizzas pack a punch of flavor in bite-sized perfection, turning ordinary lunches into delightful culinary adventures. Small pizzas deliver big smiles, ensuring each compact slice brings maximum enjoyment for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Pizza Ingredients:
- 2 cups (300 g) self-raising flour
- 1 cup (250 g) full-fat plain Greek yoghurt
- 1 cup (125 g) freshly shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup (80 g) pepperoni
Sauce Ingredient:
- 1/3 cup (90 g) tomato paste
INSIDE_INGREDIENTS
Instructions
- Prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper and heat the oven to 400F (200C) for optimal baking conditions.
- Create a smooth, elastic dough by thoroughly mixing self-raising flour and Greek yoghurt in a mixing bowl until a cohesive texture forms.
- Carefully divide the prepared dough into uniform portions, gently stretching and shaping each piece into compact, round pizza bases directly on the parchment-lined tray.
- Apply a thin, even layer of tomato paste across each miniature pizza base, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the tomato paste, creating a melty foundation for the toppings.
- Strategically arrange pepperoni slices on top of the cheese, distributing them evenly to guarantee a delicious bite in every mini pizza.
- Transfer the prepared pizzas into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for golden edges and fully melted, bubbling cheese.
- Remove the mini pizzas from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes, allowing the cheese to set and the base to achieve the perfect crispy texture.
- Once slightly cooled, carefully transfer the mini pizzas to lunchboxes, ensuring they remain intact and appetizing for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap yogurt types for dietary needs like using dairy-free or low-fat versions to accommodate different nutritional requirements.
- Knead dough gently to prevent tough crusts, ensuring a light and fluffy texture for these mini pizzas.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like ham, vegetables, or plant-based proteins to create diverse flavor profiles and cater to various preferences.
- Prepare pizzas in advance and freeze before baking, allowing quick and convenient meal preparation for busy families or school lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg