Olive Garden Pizza Dough
Recreate the magic of your favorite Italian restaurant at home with this Olive Garden-inspired pizza dough recipe! Made with simple pantry staples like olive oil, active dry yeast, and all-purpose flour, this dough is soft, elastic, and perfect for crafting the ultimate homemade pizza. A touch of optional garlic powder elevates the flavor, giving your crust a subtle savory kick that pairs beautifully with any toppings you choose. Ready in just over an hour, including rise time, this versatile dough yields two medium pizzas or one large pie, making it ideal for family pizza nights or entertaining guests. Whether you're craving a classic Margherita or a creative topping combination, this easy-to-make pizza dough will bring authentic Italian-inspired flavor to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy. This indicates that the yeast is activated.
Add olive oil, salt, and garlic powder (if using) to the yeast mixture and stir well.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour while mixing. Start with 3 cups of flour and add more as needed until the dough begins to come together and is no longer sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning it to coat the surface with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm environment for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and position the rack in the middle of the oven.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough in half for two medium pizzas or leave it whole for a large pizza.
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness and shape, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone lined with parchment paper.
Add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings to the rolled-out dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve. Enjoy your homemade Olive Garden-style pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2372 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.5 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 46.3 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 607 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.
