Pizza Dough and Bonus Focaccia Bread

Transform your homemade pizza nights with this versatile recipe for *Pizza Dough and Bonus Focaccia Bread*! With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this easy, make-ahead dough delivers incredible results every time. The recipe guides you through creating a perfectly chewy, elastic dough that's ideal for classic pizza with crispy-yet-tender crusts—or upgrading your game with an herb-studded, golden focaccia topped with fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt. Whether you're crafting a crowd-pleasing pizza or an artisan-style bread, this dual-purpose dough will become your go-to recipe. Ready in just 15 minutes of hands-on prep and versatile enough for any toppings or flavor profiles, it's the ultimate in homemade baking!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Warm water (around 110°F/43°C)
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary (optional, for focaccia)
• 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt (optional, for focaccia)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing with a spoon or your hands until the dough begins to form.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it in half. Use one half for making pizza and the other half for focaccia, or use both for pizza or focaccia as desired.

Step 6

For Pizza: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat. Roll out the dough into your desired pizza shape and transfer to a sheet of parchment paper. Top with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings, and bake on the preheated stone or sheet for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and toppings are cooked.

Step 7

For Focaccia: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Press the dough into a greased baking pan, creating dimples with your fingers. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with fresh rosemary, flaky sea salt, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(898.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038.8

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6934.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69.4mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 659.9mg	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: 14.8%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 74.7%