Description
Transform your kitchen into a pizzeria with this simple homemade pizza dough recipe. In just a few steps, you’ll create a golden-brown crust that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for family nights or casual gatherings, this versatile dough allows you to express your culinary creativity with endless topping possibilities. Let’s get rolling!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until it forms a shaggy dough.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough to release air bubbles, divide if making multiple pizzas, then let rest for another 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg