Perfect Pizza Dough - Easy and Authentic Recipe 🇮🇹

Ingredients

• 3 ½ cups (450g) all-purpose flour or bread flour
• 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (not too hot)
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast (or 7g instant yeast)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast.
• Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy. (If it doesn’t foam, the yeast may be inactive.)
• In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
• Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour.
• Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough forms.
• Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• If sticky, add a little flour; if too dry, add a teaspoon of water.
• Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp towel.
• Let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
• Punch down the dough and divide it into 2-4 pieces.
• Roll out each piece into a pizza shape, about ¼-inch (0.5cm) thick.
• Add your favorite toppings.
• Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
• Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and enjoy your homemade pizza!