Perfect Pizza Dough

Master the art of homemade pizza with this *Perfect Pizza Dough* recipe, designed to deliver a chewy, flavorful crust every time. Made with just a handful of pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast—this versatile dough comes together easily and rises beautifully after a short rest. With a prep time of just 90 minutes, you'll have a pizzeria-worthy base ready to roll, whether you prefer thick crust or thin and crispy. For an extra touch of texture and flavor, dust the dough with semolina flour before baking. Perfect for pizza stones or baking sheets, this recipe guarantees golden, airy results that will make your homemade pizza night truly unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Semolina flour (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir to dissolve.

Step 2

Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water mixture and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 4

Gradually stir the flour mixture into the yeast mixture, about 1 cup at a time, until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 5

Add the olive oil to the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.

Step 6

Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes by hand (or 5–6 minutes in a stand mixer with a dough hook) until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 7

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it with oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.

Step 8

Let the dough rise in a warm area for 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 9

Once risen, gently punch down the dough and transfer it back to the floured surface.

Step 10

Divide the dough as needed (e.g., into two portions for two medium pizzas or leave whole for a large pizza).

Step 11

Shape the dough into a ball(s) and let it rest for 10 minutes to relax the gluten, making it easier to roll out.

Step 12

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in to heat.

Step 13

Roll out the dough to your desired thickness, dusting lightly with semolina flour for a crispier texture.

Step 14

Transfer the dough to parchment paper or a pizza peel if using a pizza stone.

Step 15

Top the dough with your desired sauce, cheese, and toppings.

Step 16

Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cooked through.

Step 17

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(789.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1910.2

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2371.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 347.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 48.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.3mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 623.3mg	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: 15.7%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 74.1%