Mini Deep Dish Pizzas
Delightful bite-sized mini deep dish pizzas that are customizable, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 package Pizza Dough Use fresh or store-bought options.
For the Sauce
- 1 cup Pizza Sauce Look for high-quality or make your own.
For the Filling
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Mozzarella recommended) Feel free to mix with provolone, cheddar, or vegan options.
- 1 cup Toppings Customize with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, etc.
For Shaping
- 1 set Cookie Cutters Choose your favorite shapes.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the pizza dough packaging, usually around 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and use your cookie cutters to cut out mini shapes.
- Place the dough shapes in a greased muffin tin.
Assembly
- Add a layer of pizza sauce to each mini crust, filling it about halfway up to leave room for toppings.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the sauce, and then add your favorite toppings.
Cooking
- Bake in the oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before gently removing them from the muffin tin.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
To avoid soggy bottoms, pre-bake the dough for 3-5 minutes before adding sauce and toppings. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.