Pizza poppers

These savoury snacks are great for kids’ lunchboxes or afternoon tea.

Instructions

Step 1 To make dough, combine flour, sugar, yeast, salt and oil in a bowl. Stir in warm water and knead on a floured board until smooth and springy when lightly pressed.

Step 2 Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on low for 1 minute and allow to rest for 10 minutes, then repeat. Or leave bowl in a warm place for about 45 minutes until dough doubles in size.

Step 3 Meanwhile, make the filling. Cook bacon, onion and garlic in a pan. Add tomatoes, sugar and herbs. Simmer until thick. Remove from heat and cool.

Step 4 Roll dough into a large rectangle and cut into 24 squares. Place a spoonful of tomato mixture and a cheese cube in the centre of each square. Join opposite ends to enclose filling. Twist dough to secure. Place dough ball with twisted side under on a greased baking tray.

Step 5 Brush or spray pizza poppers with oil and sprinkle with extra Italian herbs. Leave to rest for 15-20 minutes until roundish and plump.

Step 6 Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 15 minutes, or until pizzas are light brown. Serve warm or cold.