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Cuban Sandwich Pizza with Homemade Crust

Cuban Sandwich Pizza

Amy
A crunchy homemade pizza crust topped with the savory and mouthwatering toppings from a classic Cuban sandwich.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Resting Time 10 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Cuban
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons & cups
  • Whisk
  • Thermometer
  • Electric Kettle
  • Pastry mat
  • Pizza pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cup All Purpose Flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp Instant Yeast or 1 packet
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 ½ tsp Cane Sugar
  • ¾ tsp Sea Salt
  • ⅔ cup Warm Water 120°-130°F
  • 1 ½ tbsp Softened Butter
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard
  • 1 ¼ cup Swiss Cheese freshly grated, divided
  • 6 slices Deli Honey Ham torn in smaller pieces
  • 1 whole Kosher Dill Pickle diced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Whisk 1 cup of flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
  • Heat water using an electric kettle or in the microwave until the temperature reaches 120°-130°F. Add the warm water and vegetable oil to the mixing bowl and mix together with your hands for one minute. Slowly add more flour and mix until the dough is no longer sticky, nor dry.
  • Flour the pastry mat and knead the dough on the mat for about 4 minutes, adding flour as necessary to reduce any stickiness. Mold the dough into a ball, place in a floured mixing bowl and cover with a kitchen towel to rest for 10 minutes.
  • Once the dough has finished resting, remove from the bowl and place onto the pastry mat and roll out the dough into a 9 inch circle (I used my hands). Then place the pizza dough onto the pizza pan and gently pinch the sides of the dough to form the crust.
  • Spread softened butter, minced garlic, and mustard on the pizza (but not on the edges) and add 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese, ham, and pickles. Top with remaining ¼ cup of cheese.
  • Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is lightly browned and the crust is golden brown (cooking times can vary based on your oven).

Notes

  • Use a thermometer or electric kettle with temperature control to ensure the water is between 120°-130°F
  • Flour your hands and surface when handling the dough
  • It is easier to add flour than to take away, so add just a bit of flour at a time
  • If you want to add pork, which is necessary for a classic Cuban sandwich, use ½ cup shredded pork.
Keyword Cuban pizza, Cuban sandwich, Cuban sandwich pizza, Pizza