Description
Making homemade pizza dough is simple with this easy-to-follow recipe. The dough is perfectly chewy and crispy, thanks to bread flour and instant dry yeast. Whether you’re making a large pizza or two smaller ones, this dough provides a flavorful, versatile base for any topping. Quick to prepare and freezer-friendly, you’ll never want to go back to store-bought dough!
Ingredients
- 2 and ½ cups (300 g) bread flour, sifted (or all-purpose flour)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
- ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon (195 ml) warm water
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- In a standing mixer, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Attach the dough hook.
- Add warm water and mix on low speed for 2-3 minutes until the dough starts to come together.
- Increase speed to medium-low and knead for another 7 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky. Add more flour or water if needed.
- Transfer the dough to a large bowl coated with olive oil. Toss to coat and cover with plastic wrap. Let it rest in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and shape it as needed.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: Substitute the bread flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Herb-Infused: Add a teaspoon of dried oregano or basil to the dough for extra flavor.
- Thinner or Thicker Crust: Adjust the dough’s thickness based on your preference.
Storage/Reheating:
- Freezing: After the dough has risen, you can freeze it. Shape it into discs, wrap in plastic, and place in ziplock bags. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Thawing: Thaw dough overnight in the fridge. Before using, let it come to room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Resting Time: 1-2 hours
- Category: Pizza Dough
- Method: Kneading
- Cuisine: Italian
