Pizza Dough Recipe Food

This pizza dough recipe is soft, easy to make, and perfect for creating a homemade pizza crust that holds toppings beautifully. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, it’s beginner-friendly and produces a flavorful, golden-baked crust every time. Discover more flavorful recipes like Pizza Dough Recipe Food right here.

Ingredients

1 (0.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3/4 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
2 cups bread flour, plus more as needed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Directions

In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix bread flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
Using a dough hook on medium speed, beat until the dough is soft and slightly tacky, about 8 minutes. Add up to 3 tablespoons more flour, one tablespoon at a time, if needed.
Cover the dough and let it rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1–2 hours, or refrigerate overnight for a slower rise.
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with the oven rack in the lower third.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a round, and roll into a thin crust. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza pan.
Add pizza sauce and your favorite toppings. Brush the edges with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
Serve hot and enjoy.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 pizza crust