Easy Homemade Pizza Dough

This Easy Homemade Pizza Dough is a simple recipe that creates a soft, chewy crust with just the right amount of crispness. With only a handful of ingredients, you can have fresh, homemade pizza dough ready in no time. Whether it’s pizza night with the family or a fun cooking project, this dough is your go-to for delicious homemade pizza.

Pizza night is a cherished tradition in our home, and making this Easy Homemade Pizza Dough has become part of the fun. My husband loves topping his with extra cheese, while my daughter gets creative with her designs. The best part? Knowing that it’s made from scratch and tastes even better than delivery. It’s a recipe that brings us together and guarantees a delicious result every time.

Why You’ll Love Easy Homemade Pizza Dough

•Quick and Simple: Ready in under an hour, including rise time.

•Customizable: Perfect for any toppings and flavors.

•Versatile: Use it for traditional pizza, calzones, or breadsticks.

•Better Than Store-Bought: Fresh, homemade taste with no preservatives.

Ingredients Notes For Pizza Dough

•Flour: All-purpose flour works well, but bread flour gives a chewier crust.

•Yeast: Active dry or instant yeast for a quick rise.

•Water: Warm water (110°F) to activate the yeast.

•Sugar: Helps feed the yeast and adds a hint of sweetness.

•Salt: Enhances the flavor of the dough.

•Olive Oil: Adds richness and helps with texture.

Recipe Steps

1.Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy.

2.Mix Dough: Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or use a stand mixer with a dough hook until a dough forms.

3.Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes (or 5 minutes in the stand mixer) until smooth and elastic.

4.First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.

5.Shape Dough: Punch down the dough and divide it if making multiple pizzas. Roll or stretch the dough into your desired shape and thickness.

6.Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (250°C) and prepare a pizza stone or baking sheet.

7.Assemble Pizza: Top the dough with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

8.Serve: Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Storage Options

•Refrigerator: Store unused dough in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before using.

•Freezer: Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and let rise slightly before rolling out.

Variations & Substitutions

•Use whole wheat flour for a healthier crust.

•Add garlic powder or Italian seasoning to the dough for extra flavor.

•Make a thin crust by rolling the dough extra thin and baking at a higher temperature.

Easy Homemade Pizza Dough

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Course: Main Course, Snack

Kitchen: Italian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 makes 1 large or 2 medium pizzas

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for kneading
• ▢ 1 packet 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• ▢ 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 1/4 cups warm water 110°F/45°C
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

• Prepare the Dough:
• Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
• Combine Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough forms.
• Knead the Dough:
• Knead: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
• Let It Rise:
• First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• Shape the Dough:
• Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat.
• Roll Out: Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 portions if making two pizzas. Roll out each portion into your desired shape and thickness.
• Assemble and Bake:
• Add Toppings: Place the dough on parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel. Add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.
• Bake: Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.