Hawaiian Pizza Recipe

 

Hawaiian Pizza

Ingredients

For the Pizza Dough:

• 1¾ to 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 envelope (7g) instant yeast (RapidRise)
• 1½ teaspoons sugar
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup very warm water (120° to 130°F)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

For Toppings:

• ½ to 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 6 ounces Canadian bacon or ham, diced
• 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple, drained and diced

Instructions

1. Make the Dough:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
   • Heat water to between 120°F and 130°F. Mix it with olive oil and pour into dry ingredients.
   • Stir until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 4 minutes until smooth.
   • Cover and let rest for about 10 minutes.
2. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 450°F.
3. Shape the Dough:
   • Stretch or roll out the dough to fit a greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
4. Add Sauce and Toppings:
   • Spread pizza sauce over the dough. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
   • Evenly distribute diced ham/bacon and pineapple over the cheese.
5. Bake:
   • Bake on the lowest oven rack for about 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
6. Serve:
   • Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.