Description
This is a classic Italian pizza dough recipe that yields a light and crispy crust.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a cloth.
- Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into two portions.
- Roll out each portion into a pizza shape.
- Add your desired toppings and bake at 475°F for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
- Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Let the dough rest for additional flavor.
- Store leftover dough in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pizza
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: italian pizza dough recipe