This is our go-to speedy pizza when we want something homemade, wholesome, and satisfying in under 20 minutes. There’s no yeast, no waiting around – just mix, roll, and cook! It’s perfect for busy evenings or getting the kids involved in the kitchen. Top it however you like – we’ve shared one of our favourites below with a tangy tomato base, a dollop of Lovely Basil Pesto, and a deliciously creamy cashew feta.
Takes
Serves 2
Ingredients
Quick Pizza Dough – Makes 1 Medium Pizza
200gself-raising floursieved (approx. 1⅓ cups)
A pinch of salt
2tbspolive oil
110mlwaterroom temperature (approx. ½ cup minus 1 tbsp)
Toppings:
3-5tbspof tomato saucepassata or homemade pizza sauce
3tbspThe Happy Pear Lovely Basil Pesto
A few dollops of Quick-Fire Cashew Fetarecipe below
Veggies of choice
Quick-Fire Cashew Feta
75gcashew nutsapprox. ½ cup
1tbsplemon juice
¾tspsalt
3tbspolive oil
Instructions
Mix dry ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the sieved self-raising flour and a pinch of salt.
Add wet ingredients:
Pour in the olive oil and water. Stir with a spoon or your hand until a dough begins to come together.
Knead the dough:
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 2–3 minutes until smooth and soft. If the dough feels too sticky, sprinkle over a little more flour.
Roll it out:
Roll the dough into a round or rectangular shape, around 0.5 cm thick. You can roll it directly onto a piece of baking paper for easier transfer.
Pre-bake (optional for a crispier base):
Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Place the rolled-out dough into the dry pan and cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden underneath. Flip and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes. Remove from the pan.
Make your Cashew Feta:
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. If it’s too thick, add a small splash of water to loosen.
Add your toppings and bake:
You can bake the topped pizza in a preheated oven at 200°C (fan) / 220°C (conventional) for 8–10 minutes, or until the base is golden and the toppings are heated through. Alternatively
Notes
Pan-Cooked Pizza Final Method (Instead of Baking)
Preheat a large non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Carefully slide the topped pizza onto the pan. Cover with a lid (or a baking tray if you don’t have a lid that fits) – this traps the steam and helps the toppings heat and melt while the base crisps up. Cook for 5–7 minutes, checking occasionally to make sure the bottom doesn’t burn. You want a golden, crisp base and hot toppings. If the toppings aren’t fully heated, reduce the heat slightly and cook for an extra 1–2 minutes
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