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Ingredients
– 2 cups warm water
– 2 teaspoons sugar
– 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
– 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/2 cup pizza sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Toppings of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives)
Instructions
1. Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until the yeast is activated. Add flour, salt, and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until it has doubled in size.
2. Prep the toppings: Prepare your desired toppings.
3. Shape the dough: Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin circle, about 1/4 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter or a knife to cut out a heart shape from each circle.
4. Assemble the pizza: Place the heart-shaped dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add your desired toppings.
5. Bake the pizza: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve and enjoy: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve.
Tips
– To make the heart shape more defined, use a toothpick or a small knife to create a small indentation in the center of the dough.
– You can also use a pre-made pizza dough or crust to make the recipe easier.
– Consider adding some romantic toppings like heart-shaped pepperoni or cherry tomatoes