Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe: Simple and Versatile
Simple, versatile pizza dough for crispy, chewy crusts.
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cups warm water 100-110°F
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- Optional: 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- For Prep: Flour cornmeal
- Suggested Toppings: Marinara mozzarella, basil
- Suggested Sides: Caesar salad garlic knots
Instructions
- Mix yeast, sugar, and warm water; let sit for 5-10 min until foamy.
- Combine flour, salt, and optional seasoning; add yeast mix, oil; knead 8-10 min.
- Let rise in an oiled bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled.
- Divide into 2 balls; roll into 12-inch rounds.
- Preheat oven to 475°F; add toppings, bake 12-18 min.
- Serve with salad, knots.
Notes
- Use bread flour for a chewier crust.
- Store dough in the fridge for 2 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Preheat stone for crispiness.
- Pair with sparkling water.