Easy Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
45 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4
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Calories
341 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Easy Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe
Description
The Easy Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe blends flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and garlic powder to form the dough base. Warm water and olive oil are integrated to develop elasticity and moisture. After mixing, the dough is left to rise in an oiled bowl until it doubles in size, which helps create air pockets and a tender texture. Once risen, the dough is shaped, pierced with a fork to prevent bubbles, and brushed with olive oil, promoting a golden crust during baking.
To use, the dough is rolled out onto a pizza pan and topped as desired before baking at 425°F. The dough's soft interior with a slightly crisp edge works well with a variety of toppings and sauces, making it a versatile base. The recipe’s simple approach ensures a reliable dough suitable for home pizza-making.
Ingredients
- 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour or bread flour divided
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus additional for brushing the dough
- ¾ cup water warm
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, the yeast, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
- Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and the warm water and mix well.
- Gradually stir in another 1 cup flour, stirring until the dough forms a soft, elastic ball. Use the remaining 1/3 cup flour only if needed. The dough should still be slightly sticky, but able to form a ball.
- Prepare a large, clean bowl by very generously brushing with olive oil.
- Transfer the dough ball to the bowl and turn once so that the dough is lightly oiled on all sides. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place to rise until doubled, 30-60 minutes.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down then transfer to a floured surface and knead for 1 minute until smooth.
- Roll the dough into a large circle, then place on a pizza pan. Poke the dough all over with a fork, then brush the dough with olive oil.
- To make the pizza, preheat the oven to 425F. Top the dough with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and the toppings of your choice. Bake the pizza at 425F for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and reaches your desired level of doneness. Cut the pizza into wedges and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 296mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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