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Artisan Pizza Dough

A homemade artisan pizza dough perfect for cozy Friday nights, customizable with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1.5 cups warm water about 110°F
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast that's one packet
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar to give your yeast a little boost

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Stir and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Mix until it forms a shaggy dough.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour, or until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Once risen, punch it down and divide the dough into two balls.
  2. Roll out to desired thickness and add your favorite toppings.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 475°F for 12-15 minutes.

Notes

Don’t be shy with the flour while rolling; it helps prevent stickiness. Ensure your oven is hot for a crispy crust. If you overload your toppings, be careful as it may lead to a soggy pizza.