Homemade Pizza Crust
Experience the joy of creating your own homemade pizza crust with this easy and delightful recipe. The aroma of freshly baked dough fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around for a delicious meal. Customize with your favorite toppings for family nights or casual get-togethers; this crust is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water and sugar in a bowl, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture along with olive oil. Mix until combined.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours until doubled.
- Punch down the risen dough to release air, shape as desired, and preheat oven to 475°F.
- Roll out dough, add toppings, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg