‎Homemade Pizza Dough

Our Pizza Dough Recipe is a breeze! Just mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, olive oil, and water, let it rise, shape it, add your favorite toppings, and bake. Voila! Perfect homemade pizza every time!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Easy Recipe, homemade pizza crust, homemade pizza dough, pizza crust

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Rising: 30

Total Time: 1

Servings: People

Calories: 113kcal

Ingredients

2-2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour OR bread flour
1 packet instant yeast
1 ½ tsp sugar
¾ tsp salt
⅛-¼ tsp garlic powder and/or dried basil leaves (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil + additional
¾ cup warm water

Instructions

Mix Ingredients: Combine 1 cup flour, instant yeast, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and dried basil in a large bowl. Add olive oil and warm water, then stir well with a wooden spoon.
Form Dough: Gradually 1 cup flour add more flour until the dough forms a cohesive, elastic ball. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
Prep Bowl: Drizzle a separate bowl generously with olive oil and transfer the dough ball into it. Roll the dough in the bowl to coat it with oil, then cover tightly with plastic wrap.
Let Rise: Allow the dough to rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size in a warm place. Preheat your oven to 425F (215C) during this time if you plan to bake a pizza.
Shape Dough: Once risen, gently deflate the dough and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Knead briefly until smooth, then use your hands or a rolling pin to shape it into a 12" circle.
Prepare Pan: Transfer the shaped dough to a parchment-lined pizza pan. Pinch or fold the edges to form a crust.
Add Oil: Drizzle additional olive oil over the pizza and brush it evenly over the surface, including the crust.
Prep for Baking: Use a fork to poke holes in the center of the pizza to prevent bubbling.
Add Toppings: Add your desired toppings, then bake in the preheated oven at 425F (215C) for 13-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve: Slice and serve your delicious homemade pizza!

Notes

Pro Tip: For an extra flavorful crust, try adding your favorite herbs and spices to the dough! Experiment with Italian seasoning, oregano, rosemary, or even a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Simply mix your desired herbs and spices into the flour mixture before adding the wet ingredients, and enjoy the enhanced flavor of your homemade pizza crust.

Variation: Looking to switch things up? Try using whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend for a healthier alternative. Simply substitute the all-purpose or bread flour with your flour of choice, adjusting the amount as needed to achieve the desired consistency. You'll still enjoy a delicious homemade pizza crust, but with the added benefits of whole grains or gluten-free options. Get creative and customize your dough to suit your dietary preferences and taste preferences!

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