Description
A simple and reliable homemade pizza dough recipe that yields a soft, chewy crust—perfect for crafting your favorite pizzas right at home!
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Activate yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ Mix dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
3️⃣ Knead: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4️⃣ First rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 ½ hours or until doubled in size.
5️⃣ Shape dough: Punch down the dough and divide if making multiple pizzas. Roll or stretch into your desired crust shape.
6️⃣ Prebake or top: Add toppings and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and toppings are cooked.
Notes
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For a crispier crust, prebake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
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Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
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Dough can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min