Easy Pizza Dough Recipe for Perfect Homemade Pies
This Easy Pizza Dough Recipe is a must-try for homemade pizza lovers, offering a simple blend of ingredients for perfect crust.
Equipment
- - Large bowl
- - Plastic wrap
- floured surface
- Baking steel or pizza stone
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups Flour Tipo 00 flour recommended for a silkier texture.
- 1.5 cups Water Use lukewarm water to activate yeast effectively.
- 2 teaspoons Salt Kosher or sea salt is preferred.
- 1 packet Yeast Instant yeast works best for this recipe.
Instructions
How to Make Pizza Dough
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast. Gradually add lukewarm water while stirring until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in a warm spot. Allow the dough to rise until it nearly doubles in size, about 1.5 hours.
- Turn the sticky dough onto a floured surface. Divide it into four equal portions and gently shape into balls.
- If baking immediately, let the dough balls rest for another hour. For storage, place in airtight containers and refrigerate or freeze.
- Preheat your oven to 550°F with a Baking Steel or pizza stone inside.
- Stretch each dough ball into a round shape, add desired toppings, and bake for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
Notes
Gentle handling is crucial to maintain airy bubbles. Store dough properly to keep it fresh for longer.