Olive Garden Pizza Dough

Recreate the magic of your favorite Italian restaurant at home with this Olive Garden-inspired pizza dough recipe! Made with simple pantry staples like olive oil, active dry yeast, and all-purpose flour, this dough is soft, elastic, and perfect for crafting the ultimate homemade pizza. A touch of optional garlic powder elevates the flavor, giving your crust a subtle savory kick that pairs beautifully with any toppings you choose. Ready in just over an hour, including rise time, this versatile dough yields two medium pizzas or one large pie, making it ideal for family pizza nights or entertaining guests. Whether you're craving a classic Margherita or a creative topping combination, this easy-to-make pizza dough will bring authentic Italian-inspired flavor to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy. This indicates that the yeast is activated.

Step 3

Add olive oil, salt, and garlic powder (if using) to the yeast mixture and stir well.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour while mixing. Start with 3 cups of flour and add more as needed until the dough begins to come together and is no longer sticky.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning it to coat the surface with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm environment for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and position the rack in the middle of the oven.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough in half for two medium pizzas or leave it whole for a large pizza.

Step 9

On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness and shape, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings to the rolled-out dough.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve. Enjoy your homemade Olive Garden-style pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	770.6 grams (770.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1840

Total Fat 32.40g	42%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2372mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 332.50g	121%
Dietary Fiber 13.00g	46%
Total Sugars 9.30g
Protein 46.30g	93%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65mg	5%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 607mg	13%

*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: 16.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 73.6%