Homemade Pizza Dough
Indulge in the delight of homemade pizza with this easy-to-follow pizza dough recipe. With its golden, crispy crust and chewy interior, this dough sets the stage for your favorite toppings. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, making pizza from scratch has never been more rewarding!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (420g)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/43°C) (300ml)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
- 1 tsp salt (6g)
- 1 tsp sugar (4g)
Instructions
- Activate your yeast by mixing warm water and sugar in a small bowl. Add yeast and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough gently, roll it out to your desired thickness, then add toppings.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg