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Dessert Pizza Shells

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These Dessert Pizza Shells offer a versatile canvas for your sweetest creations. Unlike traditional savory pizza dough, this recipe incorporates apple juice and a touch of honey or sugar to create a tender, slightly sweet crumb that complements fruit and cheese toppings beautifully. The dough is enriched with nonfat dry milk powder for a richer texture and golden crust. Ideal for individual servings or sharing, these shells can be topped with ricotta, fresh berries, nuts, or drizzled with chocolate. Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a fun weeknight dessert, this dough rises perfectly to hold generous toppings without becoming soggy. Bake them pre-topped or par-bake for a crispier base.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8
Calories: 1170.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Dessert Pizza Shells offer a versatile canvas for your sweetest creations. Unlike traditional savory pizza dough, this recipe incorporates apple juice and a touch of honey or sugar to create a tender, slightly sweet crumb that complements fruit and cheese toppings beautifully. The dough is enriched with nonfat dry milk powder for a richer texture and golden crust. Ideal for individual servings or sharing, these shells can be topped with ricotta, fresh berries, nuts, or drizzled with chocolate. Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a fun weeknight dessert, this dough rises perfectly to hold generous toppings without becoming soggy. Bake them pre-topped or par-bake for a crispier base.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 ounce Active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoon Nonfat dry milk powder
  • 1 cup Very warm (120-125'F) water
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey
  • 1/2 cup Apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 5 cup Flour
  • 1/2 cup Lukewarm water (or more)
Directions
  1. 1
    In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast and nonfat dry milk powder in the very warm water.
  2. 2
    Stir in the sugar or honey until fully dissolved, then let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  3. 3
    Stir the apple juice into the yeast mixture.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  5. 5
    Pour the liquid yeast mixture into the flour, along with the lukewarm water.
  6. 6
    Mix until a soft dough forms, adding more water if necessary to prevent stickiness.
  7. 7
    Knead the dough for 4 minutes using a stand mixer with a dough hook, or by hand for 8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  8. 8
    Divide the dough into 8 balls, each weighing approximately 4 ounces.
  9. 9
    Place the dough balls on a lightly floured baking sheet, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  10. 10
    Preheat your oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  11. 11
    On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a circle about 4 to 5 inches in diameter and 1/8-inch thick.
  12. 12
    Transfer the rolled dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a fork to dock the center of the crust to prevent bubbling.
  13. 13
    Pull up the edges slightly to form a rim or cuff to hold toppings.
  14. 14
    Bake the shells for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  15. 15
    Remove from oven and add your desired toppings, such as ricotta, fresh fruit, or nuts.
  16. 16
    Return to the oven for 3-5 more minutes if using fresh toppings, or serve immediately with cold toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1170.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.1mg1%
Sodium 4962.2mg207%
Total Carbohydrate 244.9g82%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g36%
Sugars 8.0g
Protein 31.8g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: dessert, pizza, dough, yeast, apple, juice, sweet, crust, fruit, cheese, ricotta, nuts, honey, flour, homemade, brunch, snack, pastry
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