Homemade Pizza Dough
Indulge in the art of homemade pizza with this easy and delicious pizza dough recipe. Perfectly chewy and crispy, this dough transforms simple ingredients into culinary magic. Whether it’s a family game night or a cozy dinner, making your own pizza from scratch adds warmth and nostalgia to any meal. With just a few essential ingredients, you’ll create a crust that serves as the perfect canvas for your favorite toppings. Let’s dive into the delightful world of homemade pizza!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by topping
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately four servings of pizza dough 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour; mix until a rough dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let rise: Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Shape: Punch down gently and shape as desired for your pizzas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dough (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg