Homemade Pizza Dough
This easy homemade pizza dough recipe yields a chewy and flavorful crust, perfect for any pizza topping you desire.
Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast 1 packet of active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water Warm, like bathwater for a baby
- 1 tablespoon sugar Feeds the yeast
- 2 ½ cups bread flour Plus a little extra for dusting
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Wait 5-10 minutes until the mixture foams.
- Add flour and salt; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Drizzle in olive oil. Knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and a bit bouncy.
- Plop the dough into a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about an hour.
- Punch the dough down, shape it into a ball, let it rest for 10 minutes, then stretch it out as desired.
Cooking
- Preheat your oven to its highest temperature (about 475°F). If available, use a pizza stone, or a baking tray.
- Spread out the prepared dough, slather on tomato sauce, and pile on your favorite toppings.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden.
- Let it sit for two minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can double the dough recipe, freeze half, or keep it in the fridge overnight for even better flavor. Use fresh yeast for the best results. Experiment with adding flavors like garlic powder or chili flakes directly into the dough.