Description
Craft your own delicious pizza dough at home with this easy recipe that guarantees a crispy, golden crust. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this dough is versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked pizza as you create personalized pies tailored to your taste!
Ingredients
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- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2.25 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- After rising, punch down the dough, roll it out on a floured surface into your desired shape, then transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Top with sauce and toppings of choice, then bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg