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The Secret To The Perfect Pizza Dough Recipe

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  • Author: saadia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 large pizzas 1x
  • Category: Dough
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This pizza dough recipe creates a perfect, chewy crust with a crispy edge every time. Ideal for homemade pizzas, it’s easy to prepare and delivers pizzeria-quality results.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually while mixing. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
  3. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide as needed. Roll out into desired pizza shape and thickness.
  6. Add toppings and bake in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes or until crust is golden and cooked through.

Notes

  • For best results, use bread flour for a chewier crust.
  • You can refrigerate the dough for up to 72 hours for a more developed flavor.
  • Freeze extra dough portions for future use.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of dough
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg