Description
A quick and easy pizza dough that rises in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Combine the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl, make a well, and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until a dough forms, embracing the flow with your fingertips.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a warm cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Add your favorite toppings and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
This dough is versatile; try mixing in dried herbs or making stuffed crust. It can also be made ahead of time or frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg