Description
A quick and easy pizza dough recipe that rises in just 30 minutes, perfect for family nights and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Combine 2 1/2 cups of flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mix. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5–7 minutes, adding more flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer to a pizza pan.
- Add your favorite toppings and bake for 12–15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
Make-ahead tip: Dough can rise in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Adjust flour based on consistency needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 pizza
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg