Golden Cheesy Mashed Potato Bites
These adorable Mini Heart-Shaped Pizzas are the perfect way to add a touch of love to your next meal! Made with a homemade dough, flavorful pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and customizable toppings, these pizzas are a fun and delicious treat for any occasion. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or just because!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes dough rising time)
- Yield: 4 mini pizzas
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Dough:
- All-purpose flour
- Active dry yeast
- Sugar
- Warm water
- Olive oil
- Salt
For the Toppings:
- Pizza sauce
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Sliced pepperoni or other toppings
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
- Olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast, letting it sit until frothy.
- Mix flour and salt, then stir in yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead until smooth, let rise for 1 hour.
Shape the Pizzas:
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out dough into heart shapes, transfer to baking sheet.
Add the Toppings:
- Spread pizza sauce, sprinkle cheese, and add toppings. Brush edges with olive oil.
Bake the Pizzas:
- Bake 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
Serve:
- Cool slightly, garnish with basil, and enjoy!
Notes
For crispier crust, bake directly on a pizza stone. Get creative with toppings—add veggies, meats, or even pineapple for a twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
- Calories: ~290 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg