Truly Easy Pizza Dough

Say goodbye to takeout with this "Truly Easy Pizza Dough" recipe, your ultimate go-to for homemade pizza perfection. Crafted with just seven pantry staples—including all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a hint of olive oil—this foolproof dough comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. The key? A warm water base and quick kneading technique that ensures a soft, elastic dough that's a dream to work with. Perfectly customizable, whether you're craving a thin-crust margherita or a hearty deep-dish creation, this versatile recipe delivers golden, bakery-style results in under an hour. Bonus: With its simple instructions and minimal rise time, it's ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next pizza night.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Warm water (around 110°F/43°C)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Additional flour (for dusting the surface)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the warm water and olive oil.

Step 3

Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix everything together until a sticky dough begins to form.

Step 4

Lightly flour a clean work surface and transfer the dough onto it. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add small amounts of flour if the dough is too sticky, but avoid adding too much to keep it soft.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a ball and transfer it to a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Once risen, punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Divide it into two equal portions if making smaller pizzas, or keep it whole for a large pizza.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 8

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.

Step 9

Add your favorite pizza sauce, toppings, and cheese. Carefully slide the prepared pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.

Step 10

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	716 grams (716.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1856

Total Fat 32.40g	42%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2370mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 337.10g	123%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 13.90g
Protein 47.70g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65mg	5%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 528mg	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: 15.9%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 73.7%