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Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough

Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough

Craft restaurant-quality pizza with this easy Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough recipe, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1111

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 ? cups warm water
  • 2 ? teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ? teaspoons salt
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3 ? cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Stand mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a stand mixer bowl, add warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  2. After 5 minutes, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and all-purpose flour.
  3. Using a dough attachment, mix on low speed until combined, then knead for 5 minutes on low speed.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to coat the dough and let rise covered for 2 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 475?F.
  6. Gently deflate the dough, divide it in half, and shape one half into a 12-inch disk on a baking pan.
  7. Top with pizza sauce, cheese, and other desired toppings, then bake at 475?F for 15-18 minutes.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes, cut into 8 slices, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizzaCalories: 1111kcalCarbohydrates: 178gProtein: 28gFat: 31gSodium: 1767mgFiber: 10gSugar: 7g

Notes

This dough can also be frozen for future use. Just remember to let it thaw and come to room temperature before shaping.

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