Save to Pinterest A soft, chewy, and flavorful pizza dough perfect for family pizza nights. This recipe yields a versatile base for any topping combination and bakes up golden and delicious every time.
This recipe has become a staple at our family pizza nights and always impresses everyone.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (500 g) bread flour: plus more for dusting
- 2¼ tsp (7 g) active dry yeast: 1 packet
- 1½ tsp fine sea salt:
- 1 tsp sugar:
- 1½ cups (360 ml) warm water: approx. 110°F (43°C)
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil:
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Add a little extra flour if sticky.)
- Step 4:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Step 5:
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 6:
- Punch down the dough and divide into 2 equal portions for large pizzas (or more for smaller pizzas).
- Step 7:
- Shape each portion into a ball. Rest for 10–15 minutes, covered.
- Step 8:
- Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Step 9:
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Top as desired and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Save to Pinterest Pizza nights bring our family together with lots of laughter and delicious food shared around the table.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, kitchen scale (optional but recommended), clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, rolling pin, baking sheet or pizza stone.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten). May contain traces of soy or nuts depending on flour brand& check labels if concerned.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 260; Total Fat: 3.5 g; Carbohydrates: 50 g; Protein: 7 g (per serving, based on 6 servings, dough only)
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With practice this dough becomes easier to handle and is sure to impress your family and friends.
Recipe Questions
- → How long should the dough rise?
The dough should rise for 1 to 2 hours or until it doubles in size in a warm place.
- → Can I use whole wheat flour instead of bread flour?
Yes, you can substitute up to 1 cup of whole wheat flour for added flavor and fiber.
- → What is the ideal baking temperature?
Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust turns golden and crisp.
- → How can I achieve a crispier crust?
Use a preheated pizza stone to enhance crust crispiness during baking.
- → Is it possible to prepare the dough in advance?
Yes, freeze extra dough portions after the first rise and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.