Stuffed Pizza Roll
Category: Yeast Breads
Serves: 4
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Water | 155g |
| All-purpose flour | 250g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 10g |
| Active dry yeast | 2g |
| Fine salt | 5g |
| Malt | 5g |
| Tomato sauce | 150g |
| Fresh basil | 10g |
| Mozzarella cheese | 150g |
| Cooked ham | 100g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 10g |
Instructions
Step 1:
Begin by preparing the dough. In a bowl, pour room-temperature water and add salt. Next, mix in the active dry yeast, malt, and half of the water-salt-oil mixture. Stir to combine and start kneading with your hands to form a dough ball. Once it comes together, leave the dough in the bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and place it in a warm oven with only the light on to rise. Allow it to double in size, which will take about 2-3 hours. The ideal temperature for proofing is between 26°C and 30°C (80°F to 86°F).
Step 2:
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, mix the tomato sauce with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Cut the mozzarella into small cubes and drain it in a colander. Make sure the mozzarella is dry to prevent excess moisture that could soggy the dough during baking.
Step 3:
Once the dough has risen, transfer it onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out using a rolling pin into a flat rectangle. Be sure to roll the dough evenly.
Step 4:
Spread the tomato sauce over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small margin along the edges. Evenly distribute the mozzarella cubes on top of the sauce, then sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the cheese.
Step 5:
Brush the exposed edges of the dough with a little extra virgin olive oil to help the roll seal tightly. Carefully fold in the sides of the dough so they partially cover the filling, which will prevent any filling from spilling out during baking.
Step 6:
Now, roll the dough from one long side, forming a cylinder or log shape. Seal the ends by pinching the dough to ensure no filling escapes during baking.
Step 7:
Transfer the pizza roll to a baking sheet, ensuring the seam is tucked underneath. Brush the surface with more olive oil to give it a golden, crisp finish during baking.
Step 8:
Bake the stuffed pizza roll in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the dough is golden and crisp. Remove from the oven, slice, and serve while hot.
Enjoy your delicious stuffed pizza roll, perfect for a family meal or a savory snack!
This stuffed pizza roll combines the comforting flavors of classic pizza in an easy-to-eat format. The soft, airy dough pairs beautifully with the rich tomato sauce, melty mozzarella, and fresh basil, making this dish a perfect choice for a weekend meal or a fun dinner with friends.
