Go Back

Homemade Pizza Dough

This homemade pizza dough recipe yields a delicious, chewy crust that is perfect for any pizza topping. It’s easy to make and will elevate your pizza night to a whole new level.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 plastic wrap or damp cloth
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 baking sheet or pizza stone

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons or 7 grams)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F or 43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir until dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture is frothy.
  • Add the olive oil, salt, and half of the flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
  • Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour as needed.
  • Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release air. You can then roll it out using a rolling pin to your desired thickness and shape.
  • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and prepare a baking sheet or pizza stone.
  • Transfer the rolled-out dough to the baking sheet or pizza stone and add your favorite toppings before baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

Notes

You can store any unused pizza dough in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.
For an extra flavor kick, consider adding herbs like oregano or basil to the dough while kneading.