Homemade Pizza Crust Recipe
Experience the joy of crafting your pizza crust from scratch, complete with a golden-brown exterior and a soft, chewy center. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Customize it with your favorite toppings and create unforgettable moments around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- 1. Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water with sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Mix Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until dough forms.
- 3. Knead Dough: On a floured surface, knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4. Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5. Shape Crust: Punch down the dough, then roll or stretch into your desired shape on a floured surface.
- 6. Bake: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Transfer crust to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for about 12 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg