Description
A foolproof pizza dough recipe that yields a crispy, chewy, and professional-grade crust every single time.
Ingredients
2 1/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast (1 packet)
1 1/2 cups Warm Water (110°F)
3 1/2 to 4 cups Bread Flour or '00' Flour
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Sugar or Honey
1 1/2 tsp Salt
Cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Step 2: Stir in olive oil and salt, then gradually add 3 cups of flour, stirring with a wooden spoon.
Step 3: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding remaining flour as needed, until smooth and elastic.
Step 4: Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes or until doubled.
Step 5: Punch down dough, divide into two balls, and roll out onto a pizza stone or baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.
Step 6: Add toppings and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the dough rise in the refrigerator for 24 hours before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breads & Doughs
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
