Best Homemade Pizza Dough – Perfect for Any Pizza
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This Best Homemade Pizza Dough is soft, chewy, and perfect for any type of pizza! Whether you're making a thin crust, thick crust, or deep-dish, this dough delivers pizzeria-quality results every time. It’s quick, easy, and freezer-friendly, making it perfect for homemade pizza nights!
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar.2️⃣ Stir and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy—this means the yeast is activated!
2. Mix the Dough
3️⃣ Add olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture.4️⃣ Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together.
3. Knead the Dough
5️⃣ Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.6️⃣ If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on low speed for 5 minutes.
4. Let the Dough Rise
7️⃣ Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Dough
8️⃣ Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions.9️⃣ Roll out the dough on a floured surface into your desired shape—thin crust or thicker crust.
6. Pre-Bake (Optional for Extra Crispiness)
🔟 For a crispier crust, bake at 450°F (230°C) for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
7. Add Toppings & Bake
1️⃣1️⃣ Spread pizza sauce, add cheese and toppings, and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
