Pizza Muffins

For the Pizza Dough:

Step one

Add yeast and sugar to the warm water and stir to combine. Allow to sit 15 minutes to bloom.

Step two

Pour the flour and salt into the bowl of a standing mixer. With the motor running, add the bloomed yeast; using the dough attachment, mix to combine. Slowly pour the water into the bowl with the motor running until a slightly wet dough forms.

Step three

Empty the dough onto a floured surface and form into a ball. If the dough is tacky, add just enough flour to pull at the ends and bring them to the center until the surface is smooth. The dough should be very soft and supple but dry to the touch.

Step four

Place in a large bowl and drizzle olive oil on top. Spread the oil over the surface and cover the top of the bowl tightly with clink wrap so it is completely sealed. Place the bowl in a warm place for one hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step five

Once the pizza dough is ready, preheat the oven to 350°F.

For the Cheesy Center & Topping:

Step one

Generously oil a muffin tin with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

Step two

In a small bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, oregano and remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step three

Cut the pizza dough into 12 equal pieces – approximately 2 ounces each.

Step four

Roll them out and place a few tablespoons of the sauce on to the dough and spread down the middle. Add a handful of mozzarella and roll the dough up. Place the dough swirl side up.

Step five

Add an additional teaspoon of tomato sauce in the middle of each top and then another few pinches of mozzarella.

Step six

Place the muffin tin into the oven for 30 minutes. Serve immediately or at room temperature.