Homemade Cheese Pizza (With Fresh Dough Base)

Serves: 2–4 pizzas

Ingredients

For Dough

• Yeast – ¼ tsp
• Sugar – ¼ tsp
• White flour (Maida) – 1½ cup
• Salt – to taste
• Milk – 1 cup (lukewarm)
• Butter – 1 tbsp
• Cheese – 1 cup (grated)

For the Topping

• Onion – 1 large (chopped)
• Tomatoes – 4 (chopped)
• Capsicum – 2 (cut lengthwise)
• Green chillies – 2 (finely chopped)
• Mushrooms – 1 pack (sliced)
• Paneer – 200 g (cubed)
• Butter – 1 tbsp
• Salt – to taste
• Cheese – ½ cup (grated)

Method

1. Activate Yeast

• In a small bowl, mix yeast, sugar, and a little warm water.
• Let it rest for 10–15 minutes until frothy.

2. Prepare the Dough

• In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, butter, and cheese.
• Add the activated yeast mixture and warm milk.
• Knead into a soft dough.
• Cover and keep in a warm place for 2 hours until it doubles in size.

3. Prepare the Topping Mixture

• Heat butter in a pan.
• Add onions and sauté for 1–2 minutes.
• Add tomatoes and cook until slightly soft.
• Add salt and mix well.
• Optional: mix a little cheese for extra richness.

4. Shape the Pizza Base

• Lightly knead the risen dough again.
• Roll into a round pizza base.
• Place on a greased baking tray and let it rest for 20–30 minutes.

5. Add Toppings & Bake

• Spread topping mixture over the base.
• Add capsicum, mushrooms, paneer, and green chillies.
• Sprinkle grated cheese evenly on top.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 180–200°C for 10–20 minutes until golden and cheese melts.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with tomato ketchup or garlic dip.
• Best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
• Perfect for parties and family meals.

Tips

• Use lukewarm liquid for proper yeast activation.
• Do not overload toppings to avoid sogginess.
• Allow dough to rise properly for soft texture.
• Do not overbake or crust may become hard.