Caprese pizza

• For 1 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 45 minutes
• Cooking time : 15 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pizza Dough
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Active dry yeast : 1 packet
  • Warm water (divided) : 1 cup
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Sugar : 1 teaspoon
• Pizza Toppings
  • Fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced) : 8 ounces
  • Fresh tomatoes (sliced) : 2 tomatoes
  • Fresh basil leaves (torn into small pieces) : 1/2 cup cup
  • Balsamic glaze : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Prepare the Pizza Dough
• Mix the warm water and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
• Stir the ingredients together until a dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• Shape and Bake the Pizza
• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
• Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll out the dough into a circle or rectangle, depending on your preference.
• Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Brush the surface with olive oil.
• Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese and tomatoes evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the torn basil leaves on top.
• Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top.

Tips

• For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven before placing the rolled-out dough on it.
• You can add some freshly ground black pepper or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick of flavor.

Information

• Caprese pizza is a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of Caprese salad with a thin and crispy pizza crust.
• This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family.