Easiest Ever Pizza Dough
Whip up homemade pizza night in no time with this foolproof recipe for the *Easiest Ever Pizza Dough*! Perfect for beginners and seasoned chefs alike, this quick and versatile dough requires just 15 minutes of prep time and uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil. With no lengthy proofing or complicated techniques, it’s the ultimate time-saver for weeknight dinners. The dough is soft, elastic, and perfectly tacky, delivering a golden, chewy crust every time. Whether you love a thin, crispy base or a thicker, heartier bite, this recipe can be customized to your desired thickness. Top with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings, then bake to perfection in under 15 minutes. Ideal for pizza lovers who crave simplicity and quality, this recipe proves that homemade pizza can be deliciously easy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F or 45°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Extra flour (for kneading)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry mixture. Stir using a wooden spoon or a spatula until the dough starts coming together into a shaggy, sticky mass.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 6-8 minutes, adding small amounts of the extra flour as needed, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky to the touch.
Form the dough into a ball and place it back into the mixing bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the dough to relax and makes it easier to roll out.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
After the dough has rested, divide it into two equal portions for two medium pizzas (or keep it intact for a large pizza). Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a sheet of parchment paper for easier handling. Add your favorite pizza sauce, toppings, and cheese.
Carefully slide the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve. Enjoy your homemade pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3551 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 383.7 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 597 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.
