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Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough

Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough

Craft the perfect Classic Homemade Fluffy Pizza Dough with simple ingredients for a delightful pizza experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1111
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups warm water Should be around 110°F (43°C)
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • rolling pin
  • Baking Sheets
  • Damp cloth

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the bowl and stir.
  3. Gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  6. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  7. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions.
  8. Roll out each portion of dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  9. Transfer the rolled-out dough to pizza stones or baking sheets.
  10. Add your favorite toppings and bake for 12-18 minutes until the crust is golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizzaCalories: 1111kcalCarbohydrates: 178gProtein: 28gFat: 31g

Notes

This dough is perfect for various toppings and can be frozen for later use. Let it rise properly for the best texture.

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