Description
A quick and easy pizza dough recipe that can be made in just 45 minutes, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water; let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Stir until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface, shape it to your desired size, and top with your favorite toppings.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Ensure water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. Experiment with different types of flour for varying flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg