Cuisinart Food Processor Pizza Dough
Effortlessly craft pizzeria-quality crust at home with this foolproof Cuisinart Food Processor Pizza Dough recipe! Using just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, this recipe combines convenience with incredible flavor. The food processor's dough blade does all the heavy lifting, creating a perfectly elastic, slightly sticky dough in just minutes. After a quick rise, you're rewarded with a versatile crust ready to be rolled out and topped with your favorite ingredients. Whether you're aiming for a crispy thin crust or a soft, chewy base, this recipe delivers every time. Perfect for weeknight dinners or homemade pizza nights, this easy dough will elevate your baking game and impress your family or guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Fit your Cuisinart food processor with the dough blade.
In the food processor bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Pulse a few times to mix the dry ingredients evenly.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the warm water and olive oil.
Turn the food processor on and slowly pour the water and oil mixture through the feed tube while the machine is running. Continue processing until the dough forms into a ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl, about 1–2 minutes. The dough should be slightly sticky but not overly wet; if needed, add an additional tablespoon of flour or water to achieve the right consistency.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough by hand for 1–2 minutes to smooth it out and ensure proper elasticity.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat the surface in oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free location for about 60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough to remove any air bubbles. Divide it into two equal portions if making two smaller pizzas, or use as-is for one large pizza.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a prepared pizza pan or baking sheet.
Top the dough with your favorite sauces, cheeses, and toppings.
Bake in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 8–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the toppings are cooked to perfection.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2368 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.2 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*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.
