Description
This Firecracker Mozzarella Pizza Dough Bake is a deliciously cheesy dish with a spicy kick, perfect for dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt.
2. Add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
6. Roll out the dough and place it in a greased baking dish.
7. Spread marinara sauce over the dough, then sprinkle with mozzarella and red pepper flakes.
8. In a small saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, then drizzle over the cheese.
9. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes.
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg