Basic Pizza Dough Recipe for Dinner
This simple pizza dough recipe is perfect for preparing delicious homemade pizzas with a flavorful crust that boasts air bubbles and a crackling texture. With just a few basic ingredients and a bit of planning for fermentation, you’ll create a dough that’s perfect for dinner, whether freshly made or thawed from frozen.
Equipment
- Electric stand mixer or food processor
- Baking sheet
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- ¾ teaspoon active dry yeast
- ⅞ cup 198 grams warm (not hot) water
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for the bowl
- 2¼ cups 282 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon 6 grams kosher salt
Whole-Wheat Variation:
- Substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole-wheat flour.
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Combine the yeast, warm water, and olive oil in the bowl of an electric stand mixer or food processor. Let the mixture sit until the yeast becomes foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Make the Dough: Using the dough hook or food processor blade, mix in the flour and salt until a smooth, slightly elastic dough forms, about 2-3 minutes. Lightly oil a separate bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, and turn it to coat. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap.
- Let the Dough Rise: Refrigerate the dough for at least 24 hours and up to 48 hours to allow it to ferment and develop flavor.
- Divide and Shape: After fermentation, divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a tight, compact ball. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rest in the refrigerator for an additional 2-12 hours before use.
Notes
- This dough freezes well. Make a double batch and freeze the extra dough after shaping it into balls. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- For best results, let the dough come to room temperature before shaping and baking.
- Use "00" flour for an even more authentic Italian-style crust.
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