Easiest Dough Ever

Master the art of homemade bread and baked goods with the "Easiest Dough Ever" recipe—a foolproof, versatile dough perfect for pizza, dinner rolls, flatbreads, and more! With just 6 pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil—and a quick 10-minute prep time, this beginner-friendly recipe delivers soft, elastic, and perfectly risen dough with minimal effort. Whether you're kneading by hand or using a stand mixer, you'll achieve bakery-quality results every time. Make-ahead options make this dough ideal for busy schedules, allowing you to refrigerate or freeze it for later use. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to this simple, customizable recipe that’s a must-have in your kitchen repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1.5 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar. Stir the dry ingredients together until evenly distributed.

Step 2

Add the warm water (between 100-110°F, or warm to the touch but not hot) and olive oil to the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Use a wooden spoon or your hands to mix everything together until a dough forms. If the dough feels too sticky, add a bit more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is soft and slightly tacky but manageable.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can do this step in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook on medium speed for 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.

Step 6

Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release the air. It is now ready to use for pizza, rolls, flatbreads, or any recipe that calls for a basic dough.

Step 7

If not using immediately, wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	836.6 grams (836.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1852

Total Fat 32.40g	42%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3549mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 336.10g	122%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 46.40g	93%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61mg	5%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 530mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 73.8%