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The Best Pizza Dough Recipe

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This is the best homemade pizza dough recipe that yields a perfectly chewy and flavorful crust. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, olive oil, and warm water, this dough is easy to prepare and rises quickly for a delicious pizza base. Ideal for making classic pizzas with your favorite toppings, this recipe results in a crisp crust with a tender interior, perfect for any pizza night.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 to 2 ⅓ cups (250-295g) all-purpose flour or bread flour, divided
  • 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon garlic powder and/or dried basil leaves (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for brushing
  • ¾ cup (175ml) warm water

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup (125g) of the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. If you like, add garlic powder and dried basil for extra flavor at this stage.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the olive oil and warm water, then stir well with a wooden spoon until thoroughly combined.
  3. Add More Flour: Gradually add another 1 cup (125g) of flour. If the dough is sticky, add up to an additional ⅓ cup flour. Stir until the dough forms a cohesive, elastic ball, beginning to pull away from the bowl. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
  4. Prepare Bowl: Drizzle a large clean bowl with olive oil and use a pastry brush to coat the sides evenly.
  5. Form Dough Ball: Lightly flour your hands, shape the dough into a round ball, then roll it inside the oiled bowl so it is coated with olive oil. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and place in a warm spot.
  6. Let Dough Rise: Allow the dough to rise for 30 minutes or until it doubles in size. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 425°F (215°C) if planning to bake the pizza right after rising.
  7. Deflate and Knead: Gently deflate the risen dough by hand and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Knead briefly about 3-5 times until smooth.
  8. Shape Dough: Use your hands or a rolling pin to work the dough into a 12-inch circle shape.
  9. Prepare Pizza Base: Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined pizza pan. Pinch or fold the edges to form a crust.
  10. Brush with Olive Oil: Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top, then brush the entire surface including the edges with olive oil using a pastry brush.
  11. Dock the Dough: Use a fork to poke holes throughout the center to prevent bubbling during baking.
  12. Add Toppings and Bake: Add your favorite pizza toppings. Bake in the preheated 425°F (215°C) oven for 13-15 minutes or until toppings are golden brown. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • You can use either all-purpose flour or bread flour depending on your preference for crust texture.
  • Adding garlic powder and dried basil is optional but adds a nice herby flavor to the dough.
  • Adjust flour quantity slightly depending on humidity and flour type to achieve the right dough consistency.
  • For best results, bake pizza immediately after shaping and topping.
  • See the author’s favorite 5-minute pizza sauce recipe for a quick and delicious homemade sauce (link not provided here).

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