Easy Homemade Pizza Dough
A quick and easy homemade pizza dough recipe that's perfect for any pizza night, featuring a chewy crust and pantry-friendly ingredients.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water Aim for about 105°F.
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Feeds the yeast, adding a hint of sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast The magic ingredient that makes it rise!
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds moisture and a slight fruity taste.
- 2 to 2.5 cups all-purpose flour The base structure; adjust as needed for consistency.
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt Enhances all flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of warm water with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir gently until dissolved.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast over the surface and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it gets bubbly and frothy.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt.
- Gradually mix in 2 to 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, until the dough starts to pull away from the bowl.
Cooking
- Dust a clean surface with flour and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rise for 30 minutes in a warm spot until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) if you’re baking your pizza.
Serving
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to your desired thickness on a floured surface.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet, and add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
- Let it cool for a minute, slice it up, and enjoy!
Notes
For the best results, consider adding herbs like dried oregano or garlic powder into the flour for flavor. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in more flour while kneading. For storing, leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for a few days or frozen for up to three months.