Pizza Crust Recipe
Description: This easy pizza crust recipe is your blank canvas to create the pizza of your dreams! You can customize it with your favorite spices such as basil, oregano, and more.
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: European, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Rating: 4.5 stars from 8 reviews
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 1062.5
- Fat: 29.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1172.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 171.3g
- Fiber: 7.2g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 24.9g
Servings: 2 pizza crusts
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | teaspoon sugar |
| 1 | cup hot water |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 3 | cups flour |
| 1 | teaspoon sugar |
| 1 | tablespoon vegetable oil |
| 3 1/2 | tablespoons vegetable oil (divided) |
Instructions
- Sprinkle yeast over hot water in a mixing bowl, then add a pinch of sugar.
- Allow it to stand for 5 minutes until the yeast activates.
- Mix in vegetable oil, flour, sugar, and salt until it forms a stiff dough.
- Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Lightly oil a bowl and place the dough in it, turning to coat it with oil. Allow it to rise in a warm place until it doubles in size. (Pro tip: You can place it in the oven with the lowest setting turned on.)
- Once doubled in size, punch down the dough to release excess air.
- Divide the dough into two portions, as each will line a pizza pan.
- Brush each portion with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and cover. Let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- After resting, roll out each dough portion to fit your pizza pans.
- Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until they start to turn golden brown.
- Remove the crusts from the oven and add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.
- Return the pizzas to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your homemade pizza creations!
This pizza crust recipe is versatile and can be tailored to suit your taste preferences. Experiment with different spices, cheeses, and toppings to create endless flavor combinations. Whether you’re hosting a pizza night with friends or simply craving a homemade slice, this recipe is sure to impress! 🍕