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Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe

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This Homemade Pizza Dough recipe is a simple and versatile base for delicious homemade pizzas. Using active dry yeast, warm water, and a blend of Italian seasoning and olive oil, the dough is kneaded to the perfect smooth and elastic texture, allowed to rise until fluffy, then shaped and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for creating your favorite pizza toppings on a crispy, chewy crust.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water (110°F)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra if needed)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (optional)
  • 4 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast: Mix warm water and sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix dough: Add all-purpose flour, salt, Italian seasoning, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the ingredients come together into a shaggy dough.
  3. Knead: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for 6–8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add extra flour only if the dough is too sticky.
  4. First rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 60–90 minutes until it doubles in size.
  5. Shape: Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Roll or stretch it into your desired pizza shape on a floured surface.
  6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a baking pan or pizza stone inside. Add your favorite toppings to the shaped dough and bake for 10–12 minutes until the crust is golden and the toppings are bubbly.

Notes

  • Make sure the water is warm (not hot) to activate the yeast properly.
  • If you don’t have Italian seasoning, you can use dried oregano, basil, or a mixture of both.
  • Use a pizza stone or preheated pan for the best crispy crust results.
  • The dough can be refrigerated after the first rise for up to 24 hours to develop more flavor.
  • For a thinner crust, roll the dough thinner before baking; for thicker crust, keep it slightly thicker.

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