Buddha's Pizza Pie Crust

Discover the ultimate foundation for your homemade pizza with Buddha's Pizza Pie Crust, a beautifully balanced blend of wholesome whole wheat flour and versatile all-purpose flour. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for achieving a crisp golden crust with a hearty, nutty flavor that sets it apart from typical doughs. Enhanced by a touch of olive oil and a light sprinkling of cornmeal for a delectable texture, this crust is ideal for lovers of healthful yet indulgent comfort food. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple one-hour rise time, it's perfect for both weeknight dinners and weekend pizza nights. Pair it with your favorite toppings to create artisan-style pizzas that the entire family will savor. Perfect for searches related to "whole wheat pizza crust," "easy pizza dough recipe," and "crispy homemade pizza crust."

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Warm water (about 110°F)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Slowly add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands, until the dough begins to come together.

Step 3

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle in small amounts of all-purpose flour as needed.

Step 4

Form the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Transfer it back to a lightly floured surface and roll it into a circle (or the shape of your pizza pan). Aim for a crust thickness of about 1/4 inch.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.

Step 7

Sprinkle a light layer of cornmeal on a piece of parchment paper or directly on the pizza stone/baking sheet. This prevents sticking and gives the crust a pleasant texture.

Step 8

Transfer the rolled-out crust onto the prepared surface. Add your desired toppings and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(658.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1598.2

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1196.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 49.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.2mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1212.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.9%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 69.2%