Fluffy Sparkling Water Pizza Buns

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Fluffy Sparkling Water Pizza Buns

Yield: 12–15 buns
Preparation Time: 20 minutes + 1 hour rising
Cooking Time: 15–20 minutes

Ingredients

Dough

  • 750 g (5¾ cups) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

  • 350 ml (1½ cups) sparkling water, room temperature

  • 50 g fresh yeast

  • 100 ml (7 tablespoons) butter, melted and slightly cooled

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Toppings (Optional)

  • Tomato sauce or marinara

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Dried oregano or Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Prepare the Yeast

In a small bowl, crumble the fresh yeast into 100 ml of the sparkling water. Stir gently and leave for 5–10 minutes until dissolved and lightly foamy.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the remaining sparkling water and melted butter. Add the yeast mixture and mix well.

3. Form the Dough

Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.

4. Knead

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

5. First Rise

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

6. Shape the Buns

Gently press down the dough to release air.
Divide into equal portions and shape into balls.
Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Flatten each ball slightly to form a shallow center.

7. Add Toppings and Bake

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Spread a small amount of tomato sauce on each bun.
Top with mozzarella and sprinkle with dried herbs.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, until golden and fully cooked.

Helpful Notes

  • Use room-temperature sparkling water for best dough texture.

  • Fresh yeast can be replaced with 18 g active dry yeast if needed.

  • Serve warm or allow to cool before storing.

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