Scone-based pizza offers an alternative to traditional bread-based pizza. As the name implies, the base is made using a basic scone mix.
A scone-based pizza is simpler to make than a traditional bread-based pizza. The preparation method is perfect for small children; they can get involved in the preparation with adult supervision. And as the children get involved in the cooking process, they will be more likely to eat their finished scone-based pizza.
The final product marks a pleasant change from traditional pizza, since the crust has a unique texture and flavor. Most people have the basic ingredients for the pizza in their kitchen cupboards. This scone-based pizza is a superb starter dish for anyone who wants to learn the basics of cooking.
Scone-Based Pizza
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out dough
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups homemade or prepared tomato sauce
- Desired toppings, such as sliced vegetables, fresh herbs and grated cheese
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place the butter in a large mixing bowl. Sift the flour into the bowl and add the salt. Using a pastry blender, two knives or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse meals.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and slowly add the water. The water can be combined with 2 to 3 tablespoons milk if desired. Slowly stir the liquid into the dry ingredients, adding water in small amounts at a time until a dough starts to form. The dough should be malleable but not sticky. Roll the dough into a ball and knead with your hands before transferring dough to a lightly floured surface.
- Roll out the dough to approximately 1/2 inch thick. The pizza can be shaped into any desired shape or shaped cutters could be used to form smaller individual pizzas. Lightly coat a pizza pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the dough base with a knife.
- Add desired toppings. For a healthier version of this dish, add vegetables as toppings and limit the amount of cheese on top. Herbs such as basil and oregano enhance the flavor of the pizza.
- Bake pizza for 15 to 18 minutes. Cooking time will vary depending on the types of toppings used. The base should be a golden color when cooked.
- Transfer pizza to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
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