Description
Learn how to make a classic pizza dough from scratch with this easy-to-follow recipe. This homemade dough is perfect for creating your own delicious pizzas at home.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Extra flour for kneading
- Cornmeal for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix Dough: Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Gradually add remaining flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 7–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Rise the Dough: Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until doubled in size.
- Shape and Bake: Roll out the dough, add toppings, and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden.
Notes
- This recipe yields enough dough for two 12-inch pizzas.
- You can refrigerate the dough for up to 24 hours or freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dough
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
