Crispy Chewy Pizza Dough

Create pizzeria-quality crust at home with this *Crispy Chewy Pizza Dough* recipe that strikes the perfect balance between a golden, crackly exterior and a tender, airy interior. Featuring simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, this dough comes together effortlessly with minimal prep time. A touch of semolina flour adds an extra layer of crispness, while the high-temperature baking technique ensures restaurant-worthy results. Whether you’re crafting classic margherita or loading your pie with toppings, this versatile dough adapts beautifully to any flavor combination. Perfect for two 12-inch pizzas or one extra-large, it’s the ultimate foundation for your homemade pizza night.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1.25 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cups semolina flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry mixture. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until the dough begins to come together.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, sprinkle in a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles, then transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough in half to make two 12-inch pizzas, or leave it whole for one extra-large pizza.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet inside the oven to heat up.

Step 7

Roll out the dough into your desired shape and thickness, then transfer it to a parchment-lined surface lightly dusted with semolina flour to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Add your desired sauce, toppings, and cheese, being careful not to overload the crust.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it rest for 2-3 minutes, then slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your crispy and chewy homemade pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(842.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2074.4

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4729.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 54.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.0mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 645.8mg	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: 14.6%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 74.7%