Recipe: Pizza Dough
Description: Try it you’ll like it… This pizza dough recipe easily makes 2 crusts or one very thick large pizza. It’s also great for calzones or breadsticks for dipping.
Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fast rising yeast | 2 1/4 tsp |
| Brown sugar | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Warm water | 1 1/2 cups |
| Flour | 3 1/2 cups |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 234.7
- Fat Content: 4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 293.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 42.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 0.7g
- Protein Content: 6.1g
Cooking Instructions:
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In a large bowl, dissolve the fast-rising yeast and brown sugar in warm water.
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Let it sit for 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
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Stir in the salt, olive oil, and Italian seasoning into the yeast mixture.
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Gradually mix in 2 1/2 cups of flour until a sticky dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a clean, dry surface and knead in more flour until the dough is no longer sticky.
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Place the dough into a well-oiled bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise until doubled in size. This should take about 30 minutes in a warm spot.
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After the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and let it rest for a minute.
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Roll out the dough and prepare your favorite pizza toppings.
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For best results, preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
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If using a pizza stone, sprinkle it with a bit of cornmeal before placing the dough on it.
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Once the dough is shaped, bake it plain for about 5-10 minutes. This helps to ensure a crispy crust.
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After pre-baking, remove the crust from the oven and add your desired toppings.
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Return the pizza to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown, about 20 minutes.
Note: This pizza dough recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on your needs. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. Feel free to get creative with your toppings and enjoy your homemade pizza! 🍕
