Homemade Pizza Dough -

Do you love pizza more than life itself? Do you believe that the crust is the true star of the show? If you answered yes to these questions, then you are in luck because I’m sharing this awesome recipe for Homemade Pizza Dough. But have you ever tried making your own pizza dough from scratch? It may seem daunting, but with a bit of practice and the right recipe, it’s surprisingly easy and incredibly rewarding.

Creating your own Homemade Pizza Dough is not only a delicious and satisfying experience, but also a way to elevate your pizza game to a whole new level. Whether you prefer a thin crust or a thick and fluffy base, homemade pizza dough allows for endless customization and experimentation. So why settle for store-bought dough when you can bring your pizza dreams to life in your very own kitchen?

With Homemade Pizza Dough, anything is possible. So go forth, get creative, and let your taste buds be your guide. Happy pizza-making!

What is Homemade Pizza Dough?

Homemade Pizza Dough is a key component in the culinary process of making pizza from scratch. It is the foundation that holds together all the ingredients that comprise a pizza. It’s a blend of simple ingredients -usually water, yeast, flour, salt, sugar, and sometimes, olive oil. What makes it special is the effort and time invested in creating it, turning a few kitchen staples into an elastic, bouncy dough that is subsequently baked to achieve a balance of chewiness and crispiness. More than just a base, Homemade Pizza Dough is a labor of love, a personal touch that enhances the pizza-making experience, and an opportunity for the maker to control texture and flavor to suit their preferences.

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
Water
Active dry yeast
Granulated sugar
Non-fat dry milk
Salt
Olive oil

How to make Homemade Pizza Dough

In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

In a small bowl, combine flour and salt. Once combined add the flour to the yeast mixture along with the olive oil.

Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.

Preheat your oven to 475°F.

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into desired portions. Roll out each portion into your preferred pizza shape.

Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a cast iron skillet and you’re all ready to make your favorite Homemade Pizza.

TOOLS FOR THIS RECIPE

(Amazon affiliate links)- These are the tools I use when making this recipe!

Lodge Cast Iron Seasoned 12″ Skillet – Perfect for cooking on the grill, over a campfire, in the oven, or on any stove—including glass-top stoves and induction.
KitchenAid Standmixer – This mixer is dependable and versatile and will handle all your baking needs effortlessly.
KitchenAid Glass Mixing Bowl – This is my favorite KitchenAid bowl when I make any kind of batter because of the easy pour spout.
Bethany Pastry Board and Cloth Set -This preshrunk cotton-covered circular pastry board and cloth set is like having an extra set of hands when making lefse, holiday cookies, and pie and pizza crusts.