Sweet Pizza with Strawberry Jam
Category: Yeast-based Bakes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Manitoba flour | 250g |
| Whole milk | 150ml |
| Dry yeast | 2g |
| Multifloral honey | 5g |
| Fine salt | 1 pinch |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 2g |
| Lemon zest | 1 |
| Whole milk | 125ml |
| Cornstarch (Maizena) | 12g |
| Sugar | 25g |
| Vanilla bean | ยฝ |
| Multifloral honey | 3g |
| Heavy cream (liquid) | 50g |
| Strawberry jam | 250g |
| Peaches | 50g |
| Green apples | 50g |
| Blueberries | 25g |
| Strawberries | 60g |
| Mint leaves | 5 |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the dough
- Begin by dissolving the salt in lukewarm milk (1-2 minutes). In a separate large mixing bowl, sift the Manitoba flour and add the dry yeast.
- Add the honey, followed by the olive oil and grated lemon zest. Mix everything together by hand until combined.
- Once the dough begins to come together, transfer it to a lightly oiled work surface and knead until it becomes smooth and soft. If the dough feels dry, add a little more olive oil to achieve the right consistency.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise for at least 3 hours in a warm environment (such as a switched-off oven with the light on) until it has doubled in size.
Step 2: Prepare the custard
- While the dough is rising, prepare the milk custard. In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk. Slice the vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape the seeds into the milk. Add the bean itself to the pan as well.
- Stir with a whisk and bring the milk to a gentle simmer. Once the milk begins to warm, add the sugar and honey. Stir occasionally, allowing the mixture to thicken.
- Once the custard reaches a thick consistency, remove the vanilla bean. Set the custard aside to cool, and once it is cool enough, roll it out into a 34 cm diameter circle. You can do this on a clean surface, ensuring the edges remain slightly elevated for now.
- Prick the base of the dough with a fork to prevent it from rising unevenly during baking.
Step 3: Assemble the pizza
- Spread a generous layer of strawberry jam evenly across the base of the custard, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon.
- Gently fold the edges of the dough inward, creating a rustic crust. Press down lightly with your fingers to secure the edges.
- Place the sweet pizza on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, and bake in a preheated static oven at 180ยฐC (or 160ยฐC for fan ovens) for approximately 30 minutes. The crust should be golden and crispy.
Step 4: Prepare the fresh fruit topping
- While the pizza is baking, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. Cover and set it aside in the fridge.
- Once the pizza has finished baking, prepare the fresh fruit. Wash and slice the peach thinly, leaving the skin on. Cut the green apple into small sticks using a knife to remove minimal flesh.
- Remove the leaves from the strawberries and slice them into quarters.
- Once the pizza has cooled, arrange the fresh fruit beautifully over the top of the sweet pizza. Place the peach slices, apple sticks, strawberries, and blueberries in a decorative pattern.
- Finally, garnish the pizza with fresh mint leaves to mimic basil leaves.
Step 5: Serve
- Finish with a dollop of whipped cream to add a creamy touch and serve your delicious sweet pizza with strawberry jam and fruit. Enjoy this delightful dessert with your loved ones for a perfect end to any meal!
This Sweet Pizza with Strawberry Jam is a delightful combination of soft dough, velvety vanilla custard, sweet strawberry jam, and fresh, vibrant fruit. Perfect for a dessert or a special treat during the warmer months, it combines indulgence with freshness in every bite.
