Description
Craft the perfect pizzeria-style pizza at home with this Pizza Hut-inspired dough recipe. Featuring a fluffy, slightly sweet crust, it’s easy to make and perfect for customizing with your favorite toppings. Elevate your homemade pizza night to restaurant-quality deliciousness with just a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet dry yeast (about 2¼ teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F or 45°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oi
Instructions
- Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle yeast over warm water, let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix yeast mixture and olive oil into dry ingredients.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down dough, roll it out to fit a pizza pan or stone.
- Add toppings, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes until crust is golden and toppings are cooked.
Notes
- Replace half the flour with whole wheat for a healthier option.
- Add herbs or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- For stuffed crust, add mozzarella around the edges and fold dough over before baking.
- Store leftover dough in the fridge (up to 3 days) or freezer (up to 3 months).
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including rising time)
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Bread, Dough
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
