Jeffs Epic Homemade Pizza Dough
Elevate your homemade pizza game with Jeff's Epic Homemade Pizza Dough—a foolproof recipe that's as easy as it is delicious. This versatile dough uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast to create a perfectly balanced base for your favorite toppings. With just 15 minutes of prep and a satisfyingly stretchy, kneadable texture, this dough rises beautifully to deliver a crust that's soft on the inside and golden-crispy on the outside. Whether you're crafting a classic margherita or a loaded supreme, this pizza dough recipe guarantees epic results every time. Perfect for family pizza nights or impressing dinner guests, it's your go-to foundation for pizzeria-quality pizza at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour. Stir until the dough starts to come together.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into two equal portions if making two pizzas.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
Add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings to the dough.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven, slice, and serve hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3551 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.4 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 593 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.
