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Brazilian pizza slice with melted Catupiry and Calabresa

Name: Authentic Brazilian Pizza Recipe

Summary: Experience the bold and unique flavors of Brazil with this authentic Brazilian pizza recipe. Featuring a crispy thin crust, creamy Catupiry cheese, and savory or sweet toppings, it’s a delicious twist on the classic pizza that’s perfect for family meals or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • For the Dough:
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • For the Sauce:
  • 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp sugar
  • Toppings Examples:
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Catupiry or cream cheese
  • Calabresa sausage sliced
  • Onions sliced
  • Hearts of palm
  • Corn and peas
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Olives
  • For dessert: bananas chocolate, cinnamon, condensed milk

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Skillet (for sauce prep)
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Prepare Dough: Activate yeast in warm water with sugar. Combine flour and salt, add yeast mixture and oil, knead until smooth. Let rise 1 hour until doubled.
  3. Roll Dough: Divide and roll into thin circles. Create a slight edge for the crust.
  4. Make Sauce: Sauté onion and garlic, add tomatoes, season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Simmer 15–20 minutes.
  5. Assemble Pizza: Spread sauce, layer cheese and toppings.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake pizza for 10–15 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
  7. Optional Dessert Pizza: Use chocolate, banana, or guava with cheese; bake until lightly browned.

Notes

Notes:
Catupiry can be substituted with a mix of cream cheese and sour cream.
For dessert versions, reduce baking time to avoid burning sweet toppings.
Dough and sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated.