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pizza dough recipe

Pizza Dough Recipe: 5 Steps to Homemade Perfection


  • Author: Nora
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 medium pizzas 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple pizza dough recipe for homemade pizza.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Add olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it. Let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and roll it out to your desired thickness.
  6. Add toppings and bake in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes.

Notes

  • Store leftover dough in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months.
  • Experiment with different flours for unique flavors.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pizza dough recipe, homemade pizza, easy pizza dough