Preparation Steps

• In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
• Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• While the dough rises, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and garlic powder.
• Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a disc.
• Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling into the center of each dough disc. Pinch the edges of the dough together to seal, forming a ball.
• Place the pizza bombs seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• For an optional topping, brush the baked pizza bombs with melted butter mixed with Italian seasoning immediately after removing them from the oven.
• Let cool slightly before serving.