Description
A simple, reliable homemade pizza dough recipe that yields a soft, elastic crust perfect for any toppings. Made with pantry staples and minimal effort, it’s ideal for both same-day baking and make-ahead prep.
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Stir until a rough dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide if needed, and let rest for 10 minutes before shaping.
- Roll or stretch dough, add toppings, and bake in a preheated 475°F (245°C) oven for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and crisp.
Notes
- Substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added fiber and flavor.
- Add dried herbs or garlic powder to the flour for a flavored crust.
- Wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use instant yeast by mixing directly into flour and skipping proofing.
- Let dough rise overnight in the fridge for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
