Description
Say goodbye to cardboard crusts and soggy deliveries—tonight, your oven becomes a pizzeria! This homemade pizza dough is crackly on the edges, tender in the center, and bursting with flavor thanks to a secret dash of Italian herbs. Made from pantry staples and ready for all your favorite toppings, it’s the perfect base for Friday nights, cozy weekends, or spontaneous pizza parties. Once you try this chewy, golden goodness, you’ll never look at frozen dough the same way again.
Ingredients
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1 cup warm water (110°F)
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1 tsp sugar
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2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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2½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra if needed)
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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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Activate yeast: Mix warm water and sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top. Let it sit for 5–10 mins until foamy.
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Mix dough: Add flour, salt, seasoning, and oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
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Knead: On a floured surface, knead 6–8 mins until smooth and elastic. Add reserved flour only if needed.
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First rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (60–90 mins).
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Shape: Punch down dough. Roll or stretch into your desired shape.
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Bake: Top as desired and bake at 475°F (245°C) on a preheated pan or stone for 10–12 mins until golden and bubbly.
Notes
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Sticky dough? Good! Slight tackiness = airy crust.
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Want crispy bottom? Preheat your pan for 30 mins.
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No rise spot? Microwave a mug of hot water, then place bowl inside (steam magic!).
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10–12 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 kcal per serving 8 slices
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 3g