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Sourdough Pizza Bombs Recipe

Sourdough Pizza Bombs Recipe
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Sourdough Pizza Bombs are deliciously soft, cheesy, and flavorful dough pockets filled with melted mozzarella and your favorite toppings, enhanced by the tangy complexity of sourdough starter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat, they combine the best of homemade bread and pizza in one bite-sized delight.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • A pinch of salt
  • 4–5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2–3 tablespoons melted butter

Filling Ingredients

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1-2 cups)
  • Pepperoni or any preferred toppings (amount as desired)
  • Dried oregano for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, sugar, salt, olive oil, active dry yeast, and melted butter. Gradually add flour in small portions while whisking and mixing, using warm water to form a soft and sticky dough.
  2. Knead the dough: Dust a clean surface with flour and knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it is no longer sticky and holds its shape well.
  3. Let the dough rest: Place the kneaded dough in a greased pan, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place until it slightly rises (about 1 hour).
  4. Preheat oven and shape dough balls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the rested dough, knead, and fold it again to make it firm. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll into smooth round balls.
  5. Fill the pizza bombs: Flatten each dough ball into a small circle, add a generous amount of shredded mozzarella and your choice of toppings like pepperoni in the center. Carefully fold and roll the edges to encase the filling, sealing the dough ball tightly.
  6. Arrange and bake: Place the filled dough balls seam side down in a greased muffin tray or baking pan, close to each other to help them rise upwards. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Glaze and garnish: Remove from the oven, brush the tops with melted butter for a shiny glaze, then sprinkle dried oregano over the pizza bombs.
  8. Final warming and serve: Return the bombs briefly to the oven for 3-5 minutes to set the glaze and warm the oregano. Serve hot with pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly before using for best results.
  • You can customize the fillings with veggies, cooked meats, or vegan cheese if preferred.
  • Use a muffin tray to keep the pizza bombs evenly shaped and to help them cook uniformly.
  • Resting the dough after kneading is crucial to develop flavor and improve texture.
  • Brush with butter just after baking for a golden finish and extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.

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