Description
Mini lunchbox pizzas bring delightful Italian-inspired flavors right into your midday meal. Quick and simple preparation ensures children and adults alike will savor these compact, cheesy delights you can enjoy anywhere.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (300g / 10.6 ounces) self-raising flour
- 1 cup (250g / 8.8 ounces) full-fat plain Greek yoghurt
- 1 cup (125g / 4.4 ounces) freshly shredded mozzarella
Sauce Ingredient:
- 1/3 cup (90g / 3.2 ounces) tomato paste
Protein Topping:
- 1/2 cup (80g / 2.8 ounces) pepperoni
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 200C (400F), adjusting to 180C for fan-forced ovens. Cover a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix self-raising flour and Greek yogurt in a large bowl until the texture becomes flaky. Knead the mixture thoroughly with hands to create a smooth, cohesive dough, which typically takes about 12 minutes.
- Dust a clean work surface with flour and roll out the dough to approximately 1 cm thickness. Use a large mug or cookie cutter to create circular dough rounds. Collect remaining dough scraps and re-roll to maximize usage.
- Transfer dough rounds onto the prepared baking tray. Spread a thin layer of tomato paste across each round, ensuring even coverage.
- Generously sprinkle freshly shredded mozzarella over the tomato paste. Arrange pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese.
- Slide the tray into the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes. Monitor closely to achieve a golden crust and fully melted cheese without burning.
- Remove from oven and let mini pizzas rest on the tray for a few minutes to cool slightly. Serve warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt for a vegan version.
- Use wholemeal self-raising flour to boost nutritional value and add more fiber to these mini pizzas.
- Try toppings like roasted vegetables, ham, or vegetarian protein options to customize the pizzas for different dietary preferences.
- Prepare the dough rounds in advance and store them in the refrigerator for a quick meal prep option that saves time during busy weekdays.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg