Save to Pinterest A soft, chewy, and flavorful pizza dough perfect for family pizza nights. This recipe yields a versatile base for any topping combination and bakes up golden and delicious every time.
This dough has become our go-to recipe whenever we want a homemade pizza night. The texture is just right and everyone loves how it tastes fresh out of the oven.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 4 cups (500 g) bread flour (plus more for dusting), 2 1/4 tsp (7 g) active dry yeast (1 packet), 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, 1 tsp sugar
- Wet Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) warm water (approx. 110°F/43°C), 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 10 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Add a little extra flour if sticky.)
- Step 4:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Step 5:
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 6:
- Punch down the dough and divide into 2 equal portions for large pizzas (or more for smaller pizzas).
- Step 7:
- Shape each portion into a ball. Rest for 10 15 minutes, covered.
- Step 8:
- Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Step 9:
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Top as desired and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Save to Pinterest This pizza dough recipe has brought my family together on many fun pizza nights where everyone gets to pick their own toppings and enjoy fresh homemade pizza.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, kitchen scale (optional but recommended), clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, rolling pin, baking sheet or pizza stone
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten). May contain traces of soy or nuts depending on flour brand check labels if concerned.
Nutritional Information
Calories 260 Total Fat 3.5 g Carbohydrates 50 g Protein 7 g per serving based on 6 servings dough only
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This dough is easy to make and yields fantastic results every time you bake it.
Questions & Answers
- → How long should the dough rise?
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until it doubles in size, ensuring a light, airy texture.
- → Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, substituting up to 1 cup of whole wheat flour enhances flavor and adds fiber without compromising texture.
- → What’s the best way to achieve a crisp crust?
Baking on a preheated pizza stone helps create a crisp, golden crust by evenly distributing heat beneath the dough.
- → How do I store extra dough?
Freeze extra dough portions after the first rise. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using to maintain freshness.
- → What temperature is ideal for baking?
Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12 to 15 minutes to develop a golden, crisp crust with a tender inside.