Mini Pumpkin Pizzas
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Transform classic Italian calzones into festive Halloween treats with these adorable Mini Pumpkin Pizzas! Bursting with mozzarella and pepperoni, these bite-sized delights are perfect for your Halloween party.
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ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (optional)
- 3½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons milk powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Pizza sauce, as needed
- Pepperoni, as needed
- Shredded mozzarella cheese, as needed
- Egg wash, for brushing
Method
Step 1
In a pan, gently warm the milk and water together.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix the yeast and sugar into the warm milk-water mixture. Cover and let it sit for 10-15 minutes, or until the yeast becomes puffy.
Step 3
Add vegetable oil, yogurt (if using), and gradually stir in 3 cups of flour along with milk powder and salt. Continue adding flour until the dough forms, up to 4 cups, but add it gradually.
Step 4
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-6 minutes, until it’s smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Coat the dough with oil and let it rise until doubled in size, about 30-60 minutes.
Step 6
Divide the risen dough into 16 pieces, flatten each piece into a small circle.
Step 7
Fill each circle with pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese, then seal them into filled balls.
Step 8
Flip the filled ball over so that the smooth side is facing up.
Step 9
Take one of the oiled strings and slide it underneath the bun. Bring the two ends of the string together and tie a twist knot on top of the bun.
Step 10
Flip the bun over again, and wrap the string around it, tying another twist knot on the opposite side.
Step 11
Continue wrapping the string around the bun until it’s divided into 8 sections. Be gentle; do not tighten the string too much.
Step 12
Flip the prepared bun one more time so that the knot is at the bottom, giving you a neat, pumpkin-shaped top.
Step 13
Place the buns on a greased tray, let them rise for another 20 minutes, then brush with an egg wash.
Step 14
Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 15
Carefully remove the strings with small scissors to avoid tearing the buns. Serve warm and enjoy!
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