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Best Basic Homemade Pizza Dough for Beginners

Enjoy a family fun night of homemade pizza-making with this foolproof dough recipe! It's simple enough for beginners, but also customizable for the seasoned home cook. Perfectly chewy and crispy, this pizza dough is the perfect base for your favorite toppings.

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Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 214 cups of warm water Added to
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar Added to
  • 512 cups all-purpose flour Added to
  • 2 tbls olive oil Added to
  • 2 teaspoons salt Added to
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Directions

150 min.
1. Step

Combine warm water and sugar in a bowl and stir until sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.

2. Step

In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.

3. Step

Using a fork, gradually combine the dry and wet ingredients until a sticky dough forms.

4. Step

Turn the dough out onto a flour-dusted surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add flour a little at a time.

5. Step

Place the kneaded dough into an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in volume, about 1 to 1.5 hours.

6. Step

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air and divide it into 4 equal parts. Roll each part into round balls and let them rest for 10-15 minutes before rolling and adding toppings.

7. Step

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll the dough out to your desired thickness, add your toppings, and bake on a hot pizza stone or a baking sheet for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

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