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Homemade Dough Balls or Pizza Base

Preparation: 10 mins

Cooking: 20 mins

Serves 4, costs under £1.00

Ingredients

  • 5 Heaped tablespoons (150g) Wholemeal Flour
  • ½ Teaspoon (2g) Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon (4g) Baking Powder
  • 5 Tablespoons (75ml) Water
  • ½ Tablespoon (5ml) Oil

Allergy Disclaimer

Always check the label of each ingredient for allergy warnings.

Cost Disclaimer

Please note the cost per serving may now be slightly higher due to rising prices in supermarkets.

Method

Method for dough balls: 

  1. Mix flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.
  2. Add the oil and gradually mix in the water to form a soft dough. It should not be sticky.
  3. On a floured surface knead the dough for a few minutes.
  4. Pre heat oven to 200°C/400°F, Fan 180°C, or Gas Mark 6.
  5. Divide equally into 12 balls and place on a lined or greased baking tray.
  6. Bake until they begin to turn golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Method for pizza bases: 

  1. Mix flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.
  2. Add the oil and gradually mix in the water to form a soft dough. It should not be sticky.
  3. On a floured surface knead the dough for a few minutes.
  4. Flatten the dough to around the size of a large plate and then it’s ready for toppings.

See our pizza recipes for cooking instructions and ideas for toppings. Note that making your own base will require a few extra minutes in the oven. 

Nutritional Information


Per 100g
Per 53g serving

Energy Kcals
273
145
Energy Kj
1,160
615
Protein
6.5 g
3.5 g
Total Fat
2.3 g
1.8 g
Saturated Fat
0.5 g
0.2 g
Carbohydrates
57.8 g
30.7 g
Total Sugars
0.4 g
0.2 g
NSP Fibre
2.4 g
1.3 g
Sodium
594 mg
315 mg
Salt
1.5 g
0.8 g

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