Napoletana Pizza Dough

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Napoletana Pizza Dough for a classic homemade pizza
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

4 hr 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

5 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons salt or 3 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon yeast
1 3/4 cups lukewarm water , plus
2 tablespoons lukewarm water
olive oil , for oiling bowls and pan
pizza sauce or tomato sauce , of your choice
basil leaves
mozzarella cheese ( cut in slices )
parmesan cheese or romano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
505
Sugar
2g
Fat
8g
Napoletana Pizza Dough is a classic Italian dough that is commonly used for traditional Neapolitan-style pizza. This dough is made with simple ingredients, flour, salt, yeast, and water, and requires time to rise before being rolled out onto a pizza pan. It produces a delicious pizza with a crispy crust and chewy texture, perfect for enjoying with family and friends. With so many toppings to choose from, it is a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and yeast.
2.Add water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3.Knead the dough until it forms a smooth ball.
4.Divide the dough into 4 portions and shape them into balls.
5.Place the balls into oiled bowls, cover with a clean cloth and let rise for 2-4 hours.
6.Preheat your oven to 450°F and roll out the pizza dough on an oiled pan.
7.Add your sauce, fresh basil, sliced mozzarella and any additional toppings of your choice.
8.Sprinkle Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese and bake for 10-15 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

PROS

This Napoletana Pizza Dough is perfect if you want to make a delicious homemade pizza at home.

It has a crispy crust with a soft interior and a slightly chewy texture.

It pairs well with a variety of toppings and offers endless variety and options for your pizza creations.

CONS

This dough requires time to rise and may take some finesse to shape and stretch the dough properly.

It is not gluten-free and may not be suitable for individuals with gluten-sensitivity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

When made with healthy toppings and portion-controlled, pizza made with Napoletana Pizza Dough can be enjoyed as part of a healthy and balanced diet.
Studies have shown that tomatoes, which are often used in pizza sauce, are packed with lycopene, an antioxidant that helps protect against some cancers and promote heart health.

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