Making pizza dough can be a fun and engaging activity for kids.
Here's a simple recipe that your little ones can follow:
Easy Homemade Pizza Dough for Kids
Ingredients:
- 255g (2 cups) strong white plain flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp fast-action yeast
- 150ml lukewarm water
Instructions:
1. Measure the Dry Ingredients:
- Let your child measure the flour (250g) into a large bowl.
- Add the salt (1 tsp) and yeast (½ tsp).
2. Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
- Add the olive oil and about 150ml of warm water.
- Mix everything together to form a dough.
3. Knead the Dough:
- On a floured work surface, knead the dough for about a minute until it's smooth.
- Roll it into a ball.
4. Toppings and Baking:
- Now comes the fun part! Your kids can choose their favorite toppings.
- Spread a layer of tomato sauce (from a tin of tomatoes) on the dough.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese and any other toppings you like.
- Bake the pizza in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for about 25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
Tips:
- You can make one large pizza or divide the dough into 2-3 smaller ones so everyone gets their own personal pizza.
- If you're short on time, you can prepare the dough in advance and let the kids assemble the toppings.
- Feel free to add vegetables to make it healthier!
Enjoy your homemade pizza! 🍕