Save A soft, chewy, and flavorful pizza dough perfect for family pizza nights. This recipe yields a versatile base for any topping combination and bakes up golden and delicious every time.
I enjoy making this homemade dough with my family and watching everyone customize their own pizza exactly how they like it.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 4 cups (500 g) bread flour (plus more for dusting), 2¼ tsp (7 g) active dry yeast (1 packet), 1½ tsp fine sea salt, 1 tsp sugar
- Wet Ingredients: 1½ cups (360 ml) warm water (approx. 110°F/43°C), 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Add a little extra flour if sticky.)
- Step 4:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Step 5:
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 6:
- Punch down the dough and divide into 2 equal portions for large pizzas (or more for smaller pizzas).
- Step 7:
- Shape each portion into a ball. Rest for 10–15 minutes, covered.
- Step 8:
- Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Step 9:
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Top as desired and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Pin it This recipe brings back fond memories of our family pizza nights where everyone eagerly awaits their favorite toppings fresh from the oven.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, kitchen scale (optional but recommended), clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, rolling pin, baking sheet or pizza stone
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten). May contain traces of soy or nuts depending on flour brand check labels if concerned.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (based on 6 servings dough only): Calories 260, Total Fat 3.5 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 7 g
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This homemade pizza dough recipe is an essential base for many delicious meals and sure to become a family favorite.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long should the dough rise?
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until it doubles in size for optimal texture.
- → Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, substitute up to 1 cup of whole wheat flour to add fiber and a nuttier flavor.
- → What is the best way to bake for a crispy crust?
Bake on a preheated pizza stone to achieve a crispier, golden crust.
- → How should I store extra dough?
Freeze extra dough portions after the first rise and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before use.
- → What temperature is ideal for baking?
Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp.