Pizza Dough Recipe
This easy homemade Pizza Dough Recipe creates a soft, chewy crust with just the right amount of crisp on the outside. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s perfect for classic pizzas, deep-dish styles, or flatbreads—and ideal for both beginners and seasoned home cooks.
Ingredients
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 1¼ cups warm water 110°F / 43°C
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add olive oil, salt, and half of the flour. Stir until combined.
- Gradually add remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into two equal portions.
- Roll or stretch dough into desired pizza shape.
- Add toppings and bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes or until crust is golden and cooked through.
Notes
- Crispier crust: Preheat a pizza stone or baking steel.
- Make ahead: Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months.
- Whole wheat option: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour.
- No mixer needed: Dough can be mixed and kneaded by hand easily.