Description

Experience the joy of making your own pizza dough with this easy recipe. The delightful aroma of rising dough fills your kitchen, creating the perfect atmosphere for a fun family night or an impressive gathering with friends. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll create a deliciously crispy crust that’s perfect for any topping you desire.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
2 tsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture along with olive oil.
Knead Dough: Turn out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Let it Rise: Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
Punch Down & Shape: Once risen, punch down the dough, divide into portions, and shape into balls.
Roll Out & Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out each ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pizza crust (approx. 100g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Experiment with adding herbs like oregano or basil to the dough for extra flavor. Substitute whole wheat flour for added nutrition or incorporate garlic powder for an aromatic twist. Store any unused dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.