Kitchenaid Crusty Pizza Dough

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Kitchenaid Crusty Pizza Dough Recipe

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

188

Sugar

Fat

Kitchenaid Crusty Pizza Dough recipe is perfect for those looking to make pizza from scratch with little effort and few ingredients. This crusty pizza dough recipe is also ideal for those who want to avoid store-bought pizza dough, as making it at home allows you to customize the ingredients to your liking. Whether you are having a lazy weekend at home or hosting a party, this pizza recipe will definitely satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Combine active dry yeast and warm water in a large bowl, and let it rest for 5 minutes to activate.
2.	Add salt, olive oil, and 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour to the bowl of Kitchenaid mixer.
3.	Using the dough hook attachment, mix all ingredients on low speed for 1-2 minutes until well combined.
4.	Gradually increase the speed to medium and add 1/4 cup of flour at a time until the dough cleans the sides of the bowl.
5.	Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic on medium speed.
6.	Turn off the mixer, remove the dough from the bowl, and coat it with olive oil.
7.	Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rise for at least 30 minutes to an hour in a warm place.
8.	Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to fit your pizza pan.
9.	Add your favorite toppings and bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Kitchenaid Crusty Pizza Dough is a quick and easy dough recipe to make with few ingredients.

CONS

The crust can become too crispy if overbaked or over-floured.
Also, the recipe does not specify the size of pizza pan to use, making it tricky to determine the correct amount of ingredients required.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pizza is not always viewed as a healthy option, this homemade crust recipe allows you to control the ingredients and toppings, making it a healthier option than buying a pre-made frozen pizza. The recipe uses olive oil, which contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Additionally, you can increase the nutritional value of your pizza by adding vegetables like tomatoes, mushrooms, or bell peppers as toppings.

	1 package active dry yeast
	1 cup warm water
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 teaspoons olive oil
	2 1/2 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour