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Mellow Mushroom Pizza Dough Recipe

Cheese-Stuffed Crust Pizza

A delicious twist on the classic pizza, featuring a stuffed crust filled with gooey cheese, perfect for cheese lovers. The crust is golden and crispy, while the toppings bring everything together for a satisfying, flavorful pizza.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: PIZZA
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Dough:
  • 1 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for greasing
  • 1 tablespoon garlic-infused olive oil optional
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano optional
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil optional
  • For the Cheese-Stuffed Crust:
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or any cheese of your choice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing the crust
  • For Toppings:
  • Pizza sauce
  • Fresh mozzarella cheese
  • Other toppings of choice pepperoni, veggies, etc.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Small bowl (for cheese filling)
  • Pizza cutter or sharp knife
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently, then let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil (and optional garlic-infused olive oil, oregano, and basil). Stir to combine into a dough.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour.
  4. Let the dough rise: Lightly oil a bowl and place the dough inside. Cover with a damp towel and let it rise for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Stuff the crust: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll the dough out to your desired pizza size, leaving a 1-2 inch border around the edge. Place the shredded mozzarella along the border and fold the dough over to enclose the cheese, pressing down to seal the edges.
  6. Prepare the pizza: Once the crust is stuffed, shape the pizza and add your desired toppings.
  7. Bake the pizza: Place the pizza on a pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  8. Finish the crust: Brush the outer edge of the crust with olive oil or melted butter for an extra golden finish.
    Mellow Mushroom Pizza Dough Recipe

Notes

For a more flavorful stuffed crust, you can mix garlic powder or dried herbs into the cheese.
You can use any type of cheese for the stuffing, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or even a mix of different cheeses.
If you prefer a thinner crust, roll the dough thinner when shaping.
Serve with a side of marinara for dipping for an extra cheesy experience!
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Dough Recipe