Chocolate Chip Crust (Dessert Pizza)

Chocolate Chip Crust (Dessert Pizzas)

Ingredients

Crust

1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 packet instant Yeast 1/4 cup sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup very warm water (120° to 130°F)* 3/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract 3 tablespoons melted butter OR margarine 1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips

Toppings

An assortment of "sauces" such as peanut butter, hazelnut spread, hot fudge, caramel sauce, frosting or puddings. An assortment of toppings such as fresh fruit, dried fruit, nuts, chocolate chips, candies, cookies, sprinkles and more.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425° F.

Combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add very warm water, vanilla extract and butter; mix until well blended, about 1 minute. Gradually add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Dough should form a ball and will be slightly sticky. Knead on a floured surface, adding additional flour if necessary, until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. Just prior to finishing kneading, add in miniature chocolate chips. Allow dough to rest for 10 minutes.

Divide dough in to 6 equal portions. Pat each portion with floured hands (or roll out on a floured counter) into a 6-inch circle. Place on greased baking sheets; three per sheet.

Bake for 11-15 minutes or until crusts are golden brown. Remove from oven and allow crusts to cool. Serve crusts with a variety of sauces and toppings, allowing guests to top their pizza crusts as they desire. Enjoy!