Our Go to Pizza Dough
Elevate your homemade pizza game with "Our Go-To Pizza Dough," a foolproof recipe that's perfect for creating pizzeria-quality crusts in your own kitchen. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, this versatile dough comes together effortlessly in just over an hour, including rise time. Its smooth, elastic texture ensures it rolls out beautifully, whether you're crafting a thin-crust masterpiece or a chewier, thicker base. The secret to its airy, golden crust lies in baking on a preheated pizza stone or sheet for professional-level crispiness. Whether adorned with classic Margherita toppings or loaded with your favorite creative combinations, this easy pizza dough recipe is a must-have for any pizza enthusiast. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cups Additional flour (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in additional flour a little at a time.
Form the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up for crispier results.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air and transfer it back to a floured surface.
Divide the dough into two equal portions if making two pizzas. Roll or stretch each portion into your desired pizza shape, leaving a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
Transfer the shaped dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Add your desired pizza sauce, toppings, and cheese to the dough.
Carefully slide the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for 2–3 minutes, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3551 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 382.9 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 592 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.
