Description
Welcome to your new favorite Friday night tradition. This homemade pizza dough is easy, tender, flavorful, and built for blistered edges, crispy bottoms, and chewy bites that beg for one more slice. Whether you’re a dough newbie or flour-dusted pro, this recipe brings that true pizzeria magic into your kitchen—minus the soggy delivery box. One bowl, a little patience, and you’re rolling in style!
Ingredients
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1 cup warm water (110°F)
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1 tsp sugar (or honey/maple)
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2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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2½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning (optional, but chef’s kiss!)
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4 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Proof yeast: Stir sugar into warm water. Sprinkle in yeast. Let sit 5–10 mins until foamy.
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Mix & knead: Add flour, salt, seasoning, and oil. Mix until shaggy dough forms. Knead on floured surface 6–8 mins until smooth and elastic.
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First rise: Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm spot 60–90 mins, until doubled.
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Shape: Punch down, roll or stretch into desired shape.
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Bake: Top your pizza. Bake at 475°F for 10–12 mins on a preheated stone or sheet pan.
Notes
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Sticky dough = airy crust. Don’t over-flour!
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Let oven + pan heat 30 mins before baking.
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Add garlic or herbs into the dough for epic aroma.
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Make-ahead: After rise, store in fridge (3 days) or freezer (3 months).
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10–12 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 kcal per serving
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 3g