Tired of store-bought pizza crusts? Transform your homemade pizzas with our easy, versatile pizza dough recipe that’s perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks.
Nothing beats the taste of freshly baked homemade pizza, and the foundation of a great pizza is a perfect crust. Our homemade pizza dough recipe is easy to follow, versatile, and yields consistently great results, whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or a seasoned home cook. With this recipe in your culinary arsenal, you’ll be able to create an array of delicious pizzas tailored to your preferences and dietary needs. With the aroma of freshly baked pizza dough filling your home, gather your friends and family, and indulge in the scrumptious world of homemade pizza!
Why This Recipe Works
This pizza dough recipe is all about simplicity and flexibility. It yields a tender, flavorful crust that’s easily customizable to your desired thickness and size. Plus, you can easily adjust the recipe to make more or less dough depending on your needs, making it perfect for pizza nights with friends and family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use bread flour, all-purpose flour, or even whole wheat flour for a healthier option. Just keep in mind that using whole wheat flour may result in a denser, slightly less elastic dough.
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator. Just remember to bring it to room temperature before rolling it out.
No problem! You can mix the ingredients by hand in a large mixing bowl and knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.
This versatile recipe allows you to make various pizza sizes according to your preference. It yields:
Four 12-inch crusts
Three 16-inch crusts
Two 20-inch crusts (with a little leftover dough)
Remember, you can easily halve or double the recipe to suit your needs, making it perfect for any pizza party or cozy dinner at home.
Extra Tips for Success
- Be sure to use warm water (not hot) when mixing your ingredients. Too-hot water can kill the yeast, while cold water may not activate it properly.
- If you don’t have a pizza stone, you can use a preheated baking sheet or an upside-down cast-iron skillet as an alternative.
- To achieve a perfectly round pizza crust, use a rolling pin and a gentle touch. If you prefer a more rustic look, simply stretch the dough by hand.
Storage & Reheating Instructions
Store leftover pizza dough, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months in an airtight container or a freezer-safe plastic bag. To reheat a fully baked pizza, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and warm the pizza on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is crisp.
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Absolutely LOVE this recipe! Even my granddaughter makes her favorite flavors with this one. Perfect crust every time💖
If you’re using general, all-purpose flour, do I need baking powder, etc at all? Sorry, I just want to make sure I’m clear before I start.
Yes! Those ingredients are still needed. If you were using a “self rising” flour, you would need to adjust then.
I just love your easy recipes
I tried second time today and pizzas came out perfect again 😊 such an easy any yummy recipe, Thanks for sharing~
I’ve made this twice now and it is by far our favorite pizza dough. It’s easy to make and easy to work with. I halved the recipe because we only need two 12”, but tonight I’ll make the full recipe and freeze two so I see how they come out next week. With The Stay At Home Chef pizza sauce, we found our perfect pizza!! ❤️
I made the pizza and a garlic bread(several cheeses inside) and they both turned out even better than I thought they would. Great crust and so fluffy, my neighbor loved it. So will be my new dough recipe.
Hi team, I realize this is a new posting. I made this last night. I allowed two hours to rise and the dough was huge after one hour. I cut it into balls and wrapped it in plastic and put it in the fridge. It got bigger and bigger. It even rose when baking! Also, please add a comment about putting something on the trays before baking (olive oil, corn meal?). All 3 pizzas stuck to the tray! What a mess!!!
Hey Jane! I personally like to place my pizza dough on some parchment paper and spread it out with the back of a spoon (or my hands) with a little olive oil on top of the dough. I then just slide the parchment + pizza onto my pizza sheet and into the oven. Never sticks for me and clean-up is a breeze. Good luck on your next round – olive oil or corn meal on the tray also sound like a good plan. ; ) I made this recipe the other week and it received a thumbs-up from the family.
Looks easy and good. I like that it makes 4 regular pizzas.