Harry’s Italian Style Pizza Base (Dough)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16

Harry's Italian Style Pizza Base (Dough) for a perfect family meal

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

20 min + rising time

Cook

10-15 min per pizza

Ready In

N/A

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2 large pizza bases

Calories

N/A

Sugar

N/A

Fat

N/A

Pizza is a popular dish around the world, and Harry's Italian Style Pizza Base (Dough) is a great starting point for making homemade pizza. This recipe yields two large pizza bases, making it perfect for feeding a family or hosting a pizza party with friends. The warm, chewy texture of the crust pairs perfectly with savory tomato sauce, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the plain flour, salt, sugar, and instant dry yeast and mix well.
2.	Add warm water and oil to the bowl, and mix with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
3.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10-15 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4.	Place the dough in a large oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let it rest in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
5.	Once the dough has risen, punch it down and knead it briefly on a floured surface.
6.	Divide the dough into two equal portions, roll them out into rectangular shapes, and top them with your favorite ingredients before baking in a preheated oven at 200°C for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

PROS

Harry’s Italian Style Pizza Base (Dough) is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.

It is versatile and can be topped with a variety of ingredients to suit different tastes and preferences.

CONS

This pizza dough recipe requires a long rising time, which may not be convenient for some people.

It may not be suitable for those with gluten intolerance as it contains wheat flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pizza is not typically considered a healthy food choice, Harry’s Italian Style Pizza Base (Dough) can be made with whole wheat flour instead of plain flour to increase its fiber content.
It can also be topped with healthy ingredients like vegetables and lean proteins to make it a more balanced meal.

	1 kg plain flour
	20 g salt
	20 g sugar
	20 g instant dry yeast
	600 ml warm water ( + extra )
	100 ml oil ( canola or olive )