Copycat Pizzeria Uno Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Dough
Recreate the iconic taste of Chicago with this Copycat Pizzeria Uno Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Dough recipe! Perfectly combining all-purpose flour with a touch of coarse cornmeal, this recipe delivers the signature hearty and buttery crust that deep dish pizza is famous for. Key to its flaky, tender layers is a unique rolling and layering technique using melted butter, setting it apart from standard pizza doughs. With just a few pantry staples, a rise time that’s well worth the wait, and simple steps, you can craft an authentic pizzeria experience at home. Bake up a golden, crisp-edged crust in your deep dish pan or cast-iron skillet, then load it with your favorite cheesy, saucy toppings for a slice of Chicago-style perfection. Whether for a cozy family dinner or to impress your pizza-loving guests, this delicious, homemade dough will transport your taste buds straight to the Windy City!
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Ingredients
- 3.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Coarse cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted, for layering)
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and salt.
Step 3
Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 4
Knead the dough by hand on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes or in a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, and cover it with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 6
Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
Step 7
Brush the melted butter over the surface of the dough. Starting from one of the shorter edges, roll the dough tightly into a log, similar to making cinnamon rolls.
Step 8
Fold the dough log in half and shape it into a ball. This layering technique will help create the buttery, flaky texture of the crust. Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.
Step 9
Grease a deep dish pizza pan or cast-iron skillet with olive oil. Roll out the dough to fit the size of your pan, ensuring it comes up the sides to create the deep-dish effect.
Step 10
Proceed with layering your pizza ingredients (cheese, toppings, and sauce) as desired.
Step 11
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the pizza for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the toppings are bubbly.
Step 12
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes, and then slice and serve. Enjoy your homemade deep dish pizza!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (932.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2858.5 |
| Total Fat 131.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 260.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2388.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 368.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 49.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 29.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 85.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 692.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories