Homemade Pizza Dough

Ingredients

  • Yeast: You only need 1 standard packet of yeast (2 and 1/4 teaspoons) to get the job done.
  • Water: 1 and 1/3 cups is the perfect amount. Use warm water to cut down on rise time at 100-110°F.
  • Flour: Use unbleached all-purpose white flour
  • Oil: A couple Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt: Salt adds necessary flavor.
  • Sugar: 1 Tablespoon of sugar increases the yeast’s activity and tenderizes the dough, especially when paired with a little olive oil.

Method

  • Mix the dough ingredients together by hand or use a hand-held or stand mixer.
  • Knead by hand or beat the dough with your mixer.
  • Place dough into a greased mixing bowl, cover tightly, and set aside to rise for about 90 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Punch down risen dough to release air bubbles. Divide in 2.
  • Roll dough out into a 12-inch circle.