All American Pizza Crust
Create the perfect foundation for your homemade pizza night with this All American Pizza Crust recipe—an easy, versatile dough that delivers pizzeria-quality results right in your own kitchen. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast, this recipe yields a crust that's perfectly crisp on the outside and delightfully chewy on the inside. With a quick 15-minute prep time and the added touch of cornmeal for extra texture and flavor, this foolproof dough bakes up beautifully whether you prefer thin and crispy or thick and soft. Ideal for any toppings, from classic cheese and pepperoni to gourmet creations, this pizza crust recipe will quickly become your go-to for effortless homemade pizza bliss. Optimize your pizza game with this irresistible, crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water (at about 110°F/43°C), active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-7 minutes until it becomes foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil and place the dough inside. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Divide it into two equal portions for two 12-inch crusts, or keep it as one ball for a thicker crust.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface or press it into a pizza pan. Sprinkle cornmeal on the bottom of the pan or baking sheet to prevent sticking and add extra crispiness.
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Let the shaped pizza dough rest for 10-15 minutes while you prepare your desired toppings.
Add sauce, cheese, and toppings of your choice to the dough. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and slice to serve. Enjoy your homemade All American Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3562 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.6 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.9 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
