Description
Indulge in the delightful aroma of homemade pizza dough with this simple recipe. Perfect for family dinners or game nights, this dough features a crispy crust and a soft, chewy center, making it the ideal base for your favorite toppings. With just a few basic ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a delicious pizza that impresses every time.
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1. Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, stirring until it forms a shaggy dough.
- 3. Knead: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4. First Rise: Place in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5. Shape: Punch down the dough, divide if needed, and roll out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 6. Bake: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Add toppings and bake 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 (82g)
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg