Pizza Base

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve the sugar in 1/4 pint of the lukewarm water in a small bowl and stir in the dried yeast.
2. 2
   Sit the bowl for a few minutes in a warm place to allow the yeast to start to work.
3. 3
   After about 4-5 minutes it will have a creamy, slightly frothy appearance.
4. 4
   Place the rice flour, potato flour, tapioca flour, dried milk, gluten-free baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt into the bowl of a food mixer.
5. 5
   Using the paddle attachment, thoroughly mix the dry ingredients together.
6. 6
   In a small bowl, whisk together the sunflower oil and egg and stir into the dry ingredients on a low speed.
7. 7
   When the yeast mixture is ready, stir and pour with the remaining lukewarm water into the mixer bowl.
8. 8
   Using the K-blade attachment on a low speed, mix the liquid through the contents of the bowl.
9. 9
   Continue to mix for 3-4 minutes, until a smooth dough is produced.
10. 10
    Transfer the dough to a rice-floured work surface.
11. 11
    The dough will be slightly sticky, so it helps if you put a little rice flour on your hands too.
12. 12
    Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces, each weighing about 5 oz.
13. 13
    Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
14. 14
    Transfer 1 piece of the dough to the baking sheet and, using the heel of your hand, flatten it to form a circle measuring 8in in diameter.
15. 15
    Repeat with the remaining 3 pieces of dough.
16. 16
    Cover the dough circles.with a clean dish towel and allow them to rise in a warm place for about 15 minutes.
17. 17
    Preheat the oven to 400F.
18. 18
    Transfer the baking sheets to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes before removing and adding the toppings of your choice.
19. 19
    Return the pizzas, with the toppings to the oven and bake for a further 10-15 minutes until the bases are crisp and the toppings are bubbly and golden.
20. 20
    Serve immediately.