Description
Learn how to make a delicious Neapolitan Pizza with a wholesome Honey Whole Wheat Dough that adds a touch of sweetness to this classic favorite. Perfect for pizza night at home!
Ingredients
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For the Honey Whole Wheat Dough:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Neapolitan Pizza Toppings (per pizza):
- 1/2 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella, torn
- Fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add olive oil, salt, whole wheat flour, and all-purpose flour. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
- Punch down and divide into two equal portions for two pizzas.
- Preheat oven to 500°F with a pizza stone inside (if available).
- Roll or stretch each dough portion into a 10–12 inch circle.
- Spread crushed tomatoes on each, sprinkle with salt and oregano, then top with mozzarella.
- Bake each pizza for 7–10 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Top with fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Notes
- This dough makes two medium pizzas.
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 2 minutes before adding toppings.
- Dough can be refrigerated overnight after rising for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pizza)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
