Sicilian Pizza Dough

Master the art of authentic Sicilian Pizza Dough with this easy, step-by-step recipe that guarantees a fluffy, airy crust with a golden, crispy base. Perfect for crafting traditional square pizzas, this dough stands out with its high olive oil content, giving it a rich flavor and delightful texture. Whether you're kneading by hand or using a mixer, this recipe ensures a smooth, elastic dough that's a joy to work with. After a slow rise to develop flavor, it presses effortlessly into a sheet pan, ready to be topped with your favorite Sicilian-style ingredients like tangy tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and savory anchovies. With just 20 minutes of prep and a final bake to perfection, this pizza dough is the ultimate foundation for a crowd-pleasing Italian feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 10 grams Granulated sugar
• 10 grams Salt
• 60 milliliters Olive oil
• 350 milliliters Lukewarm water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the lukewarm water and olive oil.

Step 3

Using a wooden spoon or your hands, gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the liquid until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky to the touch.

Step 5

Lightly coat a clean mixing bowl with olive oil and place the dough inside, turning it to coat it in the oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth.

Step 6

Let the dough rise at room temperature for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Transfer it to a greased 12x18-inch sheet pan.

Step 8

Gently stretch and press the dough evenly to fill the sheet pan, ensuring the thickness is uniform throughout. If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for 5–10 minutes before trying again.

Step 9

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and allow it to rise for another 30–40 minutes at room temperature until slightly puffed.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) while the dough completes its second rise.

Step 11

Top the dough with your favorite Sicilian-style pizza toppings, such as tomato sauce, mozzarella, herbs, and anchovies.

Step 12

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp around the edges.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(938.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2390.4

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3944.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.6mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 615.6mg	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: 23.7%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 67.0%