Description
A simple yet rewarding recipe for crafting delicious homemade pizza dough, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes bubbly and frothy.
- Mix dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour mixture and stir.
- Knead the dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Punch down: Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release air bubbles.
- Roll it out: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll it out to your desired thickness.
Notes
For make-ahead options, prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate or freeze it. Ensure you let it warm to room temperature before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pizza, homemade pizza dough, Italian cooking, baking, easy recipes