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Dorothy Thomas

Easy Pizza Dough Recipe

This simple, no-fail pizza dough requires just a few basic ingredients and yields a soft, chewy crust with a crispy edge. Perfect for homemade pizza night!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  •  (360g) 3 cups All-purpose flour Can sub bread flour for chewiness
  •  (240ml) 1 cup  Warm water (105–110°F) Must be warm, not hot
  • 2 ¼ tsp  (1 packet) Active dry yeast Or instant yeast
  • 1 tsp Sugar Helps activate yeast
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Adds elasticity & crispness

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Plastic wrap or kitchen towel
  • Rolling pin (optional)
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 mins until frothy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 5 mins until smooth (or use a stand mixer with a dough hook).
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  5. Punch down dough, divide if needed, and roll out on a floured surface. Add toppings.
  6. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake for 12–15 mins until crust is golden.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: Refrigerate dough for up to 48 hours (punch down if it rises).
  • Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
  • Crispier Crust: Preheat a pizza stone or baking sheet before baking.