Homemade Pizza Dough
Total Time
1 hr 27 mins
Prep Time
1 hr 15 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Rating
4.95 out of 5 stars
(38)
Ingredients
3-4 servings
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1½ teaspoons sugar
- 1 (¼-ounce) package active dry yeast
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, see note
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
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Preparation
Step 1
In a small bowl, stir together the water, sugar, and the yeast. Set aside for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.
Step 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, place the flour and salt. Mix on medium speed until combined. Add the yeast mixture and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Mix on medium speed until the dough forms into a ball around the hook, 5 to 6 minutes. If the dough is too dry to form a ball, add water ½ tablespoon at a time until the mixture comes together. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
Step 3
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead into a smooth ball.
Step 4
Brush a large bowl with the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil and place the dough inside. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside to rise until the dough has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Stretch to fit a 14-inch pizza pan or similar.
Step 6
Top and bake according to the pizza recipe you are using, typically 10 to 13 minutes in a 500°F oven, or until the crust is browned.
Step 7
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Chef's notes
This recipe can also be made with half all-purpose flour and half white whole wheat flour for a slightly more whole grain version.
