Description
This pizza dough recipe is a versatile and delicious foundation for homemade pizzas, allowing you to create a crust that is both flavorful and easy to work with.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a separate bowl, mix the bread flour and salt together.
- Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with the olive oil.
- Stir the mixture until it forms a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- After resting, punch down the dough and shape it into your desired pizza size.
- Preheat your oven to at least 475°F (245°C).
- Add your favorite toppings to the shaped dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
- Allowing the dough to rest enhances its flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: pizza, dough, homemade, crust, recipe