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Easy Foolproof Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe for Perfect Crispy Crust Every Time

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A simple and reliable homemade pizza dough recipe that yields a perfectly crispy crust with a soft and chewy center, using pantry staples and minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups (440g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • Optional: semolina flour for dusting
  • Optional: herbs or garlic powder for flavor twist

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C) into a large bowl. Stir in 1 teaspoon sugar and 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
  2. Add 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons salt to the yeast mixture. Pour in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with dough hook on medium speed for 6-7 minutes.
  4. Lightly oil a clean bowl and place dough inside, turning once to coat. Cover with damp towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm spot for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down dough gently to release air. Divide into two equal portions for two medium pizzas or keep whole for one large. Shape into balls and let rest for 10 minutes under a towel.
  6. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with pizza stone or baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes.
  7. On a floured surface or peel dusted with semolina, stretch or roll each dough ball into a 12-inch circle.
  8. Transfer dough to hot stone or baking sheet. Add sauce, cheese, and toppings quickly. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
  9. Let pizza rest a few minutes before slicing to allow crust to set and toppings to stay in place.

Notes

If dough is sticky while kneading, sprinkle a bit more flour but avoid adding too much to prevent tough crust. Use warm water at about 110°F to activate yeast properly. Preheat oven and baking surface fully for best crust crispness. Let dough rest after shaping to relax gluten for easier stretching.

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