Save A soft, chewy, and flavorful pizza dough perfect for family pizza nights. This recipe yields a versatile base for any topping combination and bakes up golden and delicious every time.
This dough has become our go-to for family pizza nights, bringing everyone together around fresh homemade pizza.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 4 cups (500 g) bread flour (plus more for dusting), 2¼ tsp (7 g) active dry yeast (1 packet), 1½ tsp fine sea salt, 1 tsp sugar
- Wet Ingredients: 1½ cups (360 ml) warm water (approx. 110°F/43°C), 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Add a little extra flour if sticky.)
- Step 4:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Step 5:
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 6:
- Punch down the dough and divide into 2 equal portions for large pizzas (or more for smaller pizzas).
- Step 7:
- Shape each portion into a ball. Rest for 10–15 minutes, covered.
- Step 8:
- Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Step 9:
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Top as desired and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Save Making this dough brings back wonderful family memories, with everyone pitching in to roll and top their own pizzas.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, kitchen scale (optional but recommended), clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, rolling pin, baking sheet or pizza stone
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten). May contain traces of soy or nuts depending on flour brand& check labels if concerned.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 260, Total Fat: 3.5 g, Carbohydrates: 50 g, Protein: 7 g (per serving, based on 6 servings, dough only)
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Enjoy crafting your pizza masterpiece with this easy and reliable dough recipe that will delight the whole family.
Recipe FAQs
- → What flour is best for this dough?
Bread flour is ideal for its high protein content, which helps achieve a chewy and elastic texture.
- → How long should the dough rise?
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until it doubles in size for optimal texture.
- → Can I substitute whole wheat flour?
Yes, up to 1 cup of whole wheat flour can be used to add flavor and fiber without compromising texture.
- → What temperature and time for baking?
Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes to achieve a golden, crisp crust.
- → How can I store leftover dough?
Freeze extra portions after the first rise and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.