Description
This Busy Days Pizza Dough recipe is a quick and easy homemade pizza base perfect for when time is tight. Using active dry yeast, warm water, flour, and simple pantry staples, it yields a soft, elastic dough that rises in about 30-45 minutes. Ideal for making fresh pizza crusts with your favorite toppings or prepping ahead by refrigerating or freezing.
Ingredients
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Pizza Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for greasing)
Instructions
- Activate yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, signaling the yeast is active.
- Make dough: Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30–45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
- Use or store: Use the dough immediately for your favorite pizza toppings and bake accordingly or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for later use.
Notes
- This dough freezes well—wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using.
- For a whole wheat version, substitute 1 cup of all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
