Pizza Dough

This pizza dough is made from basic ingredients and yields a tasty, chewy crust that is both crisp and fluffy. It's a versatile dough that can be used for various pizza styles, and it comes together in under an hour.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)

• 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, until bubbly.

2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until combined.

3. Knead: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes, adding more flour as necessary until the dough is smooth and elastic.

4. First Rise: Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Dough: After rising, punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions for two pizzas and roll out to your desired thickness.

6. Pre-bake (optional): For a crispier crust, pre-bake the rolled-out dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet at 475°F (245°C) for about 5 minutes before adding toppings.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 2 medium pizzas

• Calories: 200 kcal (per serving, based on 8 servings)

• Fat: 3g

• Protein: 6g

• Carbohydrates: 36g