Valentino’s Pizza Crust

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Valentino's Pizza Crust: The Perfect Base for All Your Favorite Toppings

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

2 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

196

Sugar

Fat

Pizza is a beloved food worldwide, and Valentino's Pizza Crust provides the perfect base for all your favorite toppings. This recipe yields a delicious, slightly chewy crust with a hint of olive oil flavor that pairs perfectly with any sauce or toppings. Whether you prefer classic margherita pizza or a more adventurous combination of toppings, this crust is versatile and easy to customize to your liking. So grab some friends or family members, gather your favorite toppings, and enjoy a homemade pizza night with Valentino's Pizza Crust!

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and stir in the yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2.	Stir in the olive oil and salt.
3.	Mix in the flour until just combined and turn the dough out onto a floured surface.
4.	Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5.	Lightly oil a clean bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and cover it with a damp cloth.
6.	Let the dough rise for at least 1 hour until it doubles in size.
7.	Once it has risen, punch down the dough and knead briefly.
8.	Roll out the dough to the desired thickness and transfer it to a lightly oiled pizza pan or baking sheet.
9.	Add your favorite toppings and bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

PROS

Valentino’s Pizza Crust is easy to make and provides a perfect base for your favorite pizza toppings.

It has a great texture, slightly crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.

CONS

Valentino’s Pizza Crust can be time-consuming to make and requires some patience during the rising process.

It is also higher in calories and carbohydrates than some other pizza crust options.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Valentino’s Pizza Crust is not the healthiest option, it does contain some nutrients that are beneficial for the body.
Olive oil, for example, is high in healthy monounsaturated fats that can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.
The yeast used in this recipe also contains vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, iron, and zinc that can help support the immune system.

	1 cup warm water
	1 tablespoon white sugar
	2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour