Pizza Crust

Transform your homemade pizza nights with this foolproof pizza crust recipe that delivers a perfectly golden, crisp base every time. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this recipe creates a soft, elastic dough that’s easy to work with and ideal for customizing. A touch of cornmeal on the baking sheet ensures a crispy, professional-quality finish, while the quick 1-hour rise time keeps things efficient. Whether you prefer a classic Margherita or a creative topping combo, this versatile pizza crust provides the perfect canvas for flavor. Ready in under 90 minutes from start to finish, it’s a delicious and budget-friendly way to bring restaurant-quality pizza to your table. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this homemade crust guarantees chewy, airy perfection in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll one portion into a circle or the desired shape on a floured surface.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Add your favorite toppings to the pizza crust and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Repeat with the second portion of dough, or wrap it tightly and freeze for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(793.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1911.4

Total Fat 33.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3553.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 347.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 47.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 60.0mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 628.9mg	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: 16.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 73.8%