{"id":"9bd5b6bc-0959-43d5-ba57-4396d1d578f0","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/9bd5b6bc-0959-43d5-ba57-4396d1d578f0","source_url":"https://foodmadegently.com/sourdough-pizza-bombs-2/","title":"Loading…","ingredients":[{"text":"2 cups sourdough starter (active and bubbly)","item":"sourdough starter","quantity":2,"unit":"cup","preparation":"active and bubbly"},{"text":"2 ½ cups all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":2.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp salt","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp sugar","item":"sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp instant yeast (optional, for faster rise)","item":"instant yeast","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional, for faster rise"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, flour, salt, sugar, olive oil, and instant yeast if you’re using it. Stir everything together until you have a sticky dough. That’s the base for your pizza bombs!"},{"number":2,"text":"Turn the sticky dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it for about 8-10 minutes. You want it to be smooth and elastic. When you poke it, it should bounce back! Once done, place it in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise for 3-4 hours or until it doubles in size. If you’re using the instant yeast, it will rise a bit faster than the sourdough alone."},{"number":3,"text":"While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Also, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleaning up easier later!"},{"number":4,"text":"In a bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and chopped pepperoni or bacon along with ½ cup of pizza sauce. This will be the delicious filling inside your pizza bombs!"},{"number":5,"text":"Once the dough has risen, punch it down to let out the air. Divide the dough into 8-10 equal portions. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten it into a small disc, about 4 inches across."},{"number":6,"text":"Take a spoonful of the cheese and pepperoni mixture and place it in the center of each disc. If you’re feeling cheesy, add a little extra mozzarella right in the middle for that gooey surprise!"},{"number":7,"text":"Carefully pull the edges of the dough up around the filling. Pinch it all together at the top to completely seal it. You want these to be fully stuffed, so no filling escapes!"},{"number":8,"text":"Put the sealed dough balls seam side down on your prepared baking sheet. Make sure to give them a little room to puff up while baking!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.858477+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.858477+00:00"}