Easy and Awesome Pizza Base Recipe
Master the art of homemade pizza with this Easy and Awesome Pizza Base Recipe, a foolproof guide to creating the perfect foundation for your favorite toppings. This recipe features just a handful of pantry staples, including all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, to deliver a pizza crust that's crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and utterly delicious. With minimal prep time and a one-hour rise, this dough is ideal for both beginners and seasoned bakers. The optional addition of semolina flour for dusting enhances the texture, making for a restaurant-quality crust right in your own kitchen. Whether you prefer a thin, crispy base or a thicker, pillowy crust, this easy-to-follow method ensures customizable results every time. Pair it with a piping-hot pizza stone for a perfectly golden crust, and let your creativity shine with your favorite sauces, cheeses, and toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family pizza nights, or casual entertaining, this recipe is your gateway to satisfying, homemade pizza bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Semolina flour (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Stir with a wooden spoon or a dough hook attachment if using a stand mixer, until the dough comes together.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer on medium speed for 5-6 minutes.
Form the dough into a ball and place it in a large greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet in the oven to heat up for a crispier crust.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions for thinner crusts, or keep it whole for a thicker crust.
Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll out the dough into your desired pizza shape and thickness, approximately 10-12 inches in diameter for each portion.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a sheet of parchment paper dusted with semolina flour to prevent sticking.
Add your favorite toppings and carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the toppings are bubbly and cooked through.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2371 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 343.1 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.1 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 621 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.
