Hawaiian Pizza

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 25 minutes

Makes: 1 large pizza

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Recipe by: Perfect Italiano

Whether you agree with pineapple on pizza or not, you can't deny the popularity of Hawaiian pizza. This homemade Hawaiian pizza recipe includes a pizza dough recipe but you can also use a ready-made base if preferred.

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Hawaiian Pizza

Ingredients:

Basic Pizza Dough

2 tsp. (7g ) sachet dried yeast

1 cup (250 ml) lukewarm water

2 2/3 cups (400 g) plain flour, plus extra to dust

2 tsp. salt

3 tbsp. (¼ cup) olive oil

Ham & Pineapple Topping

1 cup (250 ml) pizza sauce

1 2/3 cups (150 g) Perfect Italiano™ Perfect Pizza cheese

A few thin slices ham, torn into pieces

½ cup pineapple pieces in syrup, drained

Method:

Basic Pizza Dough

To make the dough, whisk yeast and water in a heatproof jug. Stand for 5 minutes or until frothy.
Place flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre. Pour in the yeast mixture and oil. Using your hands or a spatula, mix the dough until it comes together and is smooth. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead briefly.
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with cling wrap. Set aside in a warm place to rise for 30 minutes to an hour until it doubles in size.
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for another 5 minutes or until smooth. Divide dough in half, wrap one half in plastic wrap and freeze for another use. Roll out remaining dough half to create a 30 cm x 20 cm oval. Sprinkle a little flour on the bench before rolling to prevent dough from sticking. Transfer base to a baking paper lined tray.

Ham & Pineapple Topping

Preheat oven to 230°C / 210°C fan-forced.
Spread pizza base with the pizza sauce. Scatter with a small handful of Perfect Pizza cheese. Top with ham and pineapple. Scatter over the remaining cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden and base is crisp.