Skillet Pizza Crust
Transform your pizza nights with this irresistibly crispy and tender Skillet Pizza Crust, a game-changer for homemade pizza lovers. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, this quick and easy dough comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and cooks to golden perfection in a hot skillet. No oven required! The dough develops a crisp bottom and soft, airy interior as it cooks, making it the perfect base for your favorite toppings. Whether you're craving classic margherita or inventive flavor combos, this versatile crust delivers restaurant-quality results right from your stovetop. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, dive into the art of skillet pizza making and elevate your pizza game with this simple, satisfying recipe!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoons Additional olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
Gradually add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a ball of dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add a small amount of additional flour as needed.
Shape the dough into a ball and return it to the mixing bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow it to slightly rise and relax.
Once rested, roll or stretch the dough into a round shape about the size of your skillet (typically 10-12 inches in diameter).
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, tilting the skillet to evenly coat the surface.
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough into the skillet. Press it gently to fit the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until the bottom is golden and crisp.
Flip the dough using a spatula and lower the heat slightly. Add your desired pizza sauce, toppings, and cheese while the second side cooks for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the bottom is golden brown.
Remove the skillet pizza from heat and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your homemade skillet pizza with your favorite toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2366 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.3 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 337 mg | 7% | |
*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.
