Classic Homemade Pizza Dough

Name: Classic Homemade Pizza Dough
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 115 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 200 ml Warm Water (approximately 40-45°C (105-115°F)); 1 tablespoon Dry Yeast; 1 tablespoon Sugar; 1 teaspoon Salt; 40 ml Vegetable Oil (or olive oil); 250-300 grams All-purpose Flour (start with 250g and add more if needed, up to 300g)

A simple and delicious recipe for homemade pizza dough, perfect for creating your favorite pizzas. This recipe yields a soft and elastic dough that bakes up beautifully golden and crispy, forming the perfect base for any topping. Follow these easy steps to make a foundational pizza dough from scratch.

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Recipe Information

18m

Prep Time

22m

Cook Time

1h 55m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Italian

Russian

Nutrition (per serving)

353

Calories

Protein

55g

Carbs

10g

Fat

Freshly baked pizza

Ingredients

Warm Water
(approximately 40-45°C (105-115°F))
200 ml
Dry Yeast
1 tablespoon
Sugar
1 tablespoon
Salt
1 teaspoon
Vegetable Oil
(or olive oil)
40 ml
All-purpose Flour
(start with 250g and add more if needed, up to 300g)
250 grams

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Perfectly sliced pizza

Instructions

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In a large bowl, combine the warm water, dry yeast, and sugar. Stir well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes foamy.
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In a large bowl, combine the warm water, dry yeast, and sugar. Stir well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes foamy.
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Ensure water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. Lukewarm is best.
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Add the salt and vegetable oil to the activated yeast mixture and stir to combine.
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Add the salt and vegetable oil to the activated yeast mixture and stir to combine.
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Adding oil helps create a more tender and pliable dough.
3
Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy, cohesive dough begins to form.
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Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy, cohesive dough begins to form.
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Add flour in stages to easily control the consistency and prevent a dry dough.
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Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 7-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.
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Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 7-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.
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Kneading develops the gluten, essential for a chewy crust. If the dough is too sticky, add flour sparingly.
5
Lightly grease a clean bowl with oil, place the kneaded dough in it, and turn to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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Lightly grease a clean bowl with oil, place the kneaded dough in it, and turn to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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A warm, draft-free spot (like a slightly warm oven or microwave) is ideal for rising. For a richer flavor, you can let it cold ferment in the fridge overnight.
6
Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and roll or stretch the dough into your desired pizza shape and thickness. Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza pan or baking stone and add your favorite toppings.
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Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and roll or stretch the dough into your desired pizza shape and thickness. Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza pan or baking stone and add your favorite toppings.
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For a crispier crust, preheat your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the dough on it.
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Bake the pizza for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. Cooking time may vary based on your oven and toppings.
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Bake the pizza for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. Cooking time may vary based on your oven and toppings.
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Keep an eye on the pizza, as ovens can vary. The specified temperature and time create a perfect crust.