Family Heirloom Aunt Alma’s Lazy Day Pizza Crust

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 2

Family Heirloom Aunt Alma's Lazy Day Pizza Crust - Quick and easy homemade crust recipe for delicious pizza

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

There's something special about family recipes passed down through generations. Aunt Alma's Lazy Day Pizza Crust is a beloved heirloom in many families, and for good reason. This recipe is quick and easy to make, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or lazy weekend meals. Plus, you can customize the toppings to your heart's desire. While it may not be the crispiest pizza crust out there, it's certainly delicious and satisfying.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in hot water.
2.	Add oil, flour, and salt. Mix until well combined.
3.	Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes.
4.	Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it and let it rise for 30 minutes.
5.	Preheat oven to 425°F.
6.	Roll the dough to desired thickness and shape.
7.	Add sauce and toppings of your choice.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
9.	Slice and serve hot.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, can be customized with any toppings, perfect for a lazy day meal

CONS

May be less crispy than store-bought crusts

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pizza itself is not necessarily a health food, making your own crust at home allows you to control the ingredients and potentially make a healthier version. This recipe also allows for the incorporation of whole wheat flour or alternative gluten-free flours.

	2 cups hot water
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 packages dry yeast
	2 tablespoons oil
	4 cups flour
	1 teaspoon salt