Simple and Standard Pizza Dough
Master the art of homemade pizza with this Simple and Standard Pizza Dough recipe, perfect for creating the ideal foundation for all your favorite toppings. Made with just six pantry-friendly ingredients—including all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil—this dough comes together effortlessly in under 15 minutes of prep time. Its smooth, elastic texture is achieved through classic kneading techniques, while the warm rising process ensures a light and airy crust every time. Whether you prefer a thin and crispy base or a soft, chewy texture, this versatile dough can be customized to fit your style. Pair it with your go-to pizza sauce and toppings, then bake to golden perfection in just minutes. Elevate your pizza night with this foolproof recipe that’s as satisfying as it is simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoons Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough in it, and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Punch the dough down to release air bubbles and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal portions if making two pizzas.
Roll out the dough into your desired shape and thickness, then it is ready to use as the base for your pizza toppings!
Bake the pizza dough with your toppings in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and fully cooked.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1819 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% 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 | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 20.0 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.
