Basic Pizza Dough (Italian)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Homemade Italian Basic Pizza Dough recipe for your pizza craving

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

250-300

Sugar

Fat

Pizza is the most famous Italian meal enjoyed all over the world. Italian pizza is known for its classic thin crust, a combination of fresh ingredients, and a simple tomato sauce. This basic Italian pizza dough is perfect for making a classic Italian pizza at home. By making it at home, you can control the quality of the ingredients and customize it to your preferences. The dough, when baked, is soft and tender, with a crispy crust and perfect chew. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can enjoy a classic Italian pizza in the comfort of your home.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, combine instant yeast, lukewarm water, and sugar.
2.	Let it rest for 10 minutes or until it becomes frothy.
3.	Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture and mix well to form a dough.
4.	Take the dough out of the bowl and knead it for 5-10 minutes or until it's smooth and elastic.
5.	Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
6.	After an hour, your pizza dough is ready to be used. Roll it out to form a pizza crust and add your favorite toppings.
7.	Bake it in a preheated oven at 450°F for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

PROS

This pizza dough recipe is easy to follow, and you can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for later use.

The dough is soft, chewy, and stretchy, making it perfect for a classic Italian pizza.

CONS

This pizza dough requires some time to rise, so plan accordingly.

The dough may stick to the rolling pin or countertop if it’s not floured enough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pizza dough is rich in carbohydrates and fiber, given it’s made from flour. However, with the right balance of toppings, a pizza can be a healthy meal that provides you with a good balance of protein, fats, and carbs. Toppings such as chicken, vegetables, and lean meats can make your pizza healthy and nutritious.

	2 teaspoons instant dried yeast
	125 ml lukewarm water
	1/2 teaspoon sugar
	500 g flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	3 tablespoons olive oil