Printable Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe Card
Make soft, chewy pizza dough that rises right, stretches easily, and works every time.
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 2½ cups Flour divided
- 1 packet RapidRise Yeast ,about 7grams
- ¾ tsp. Salt
- 1 cup Warm Water
- 2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add 2 cups of flour, yeast, and salt. Stir together.
- Add the very warm water and vegetable oil, stirring to combine.
- Continue stirring, adding the extra ½ cup of flour as needed until a soft dough forms.
- Lightly flour your work surface and your hands, then turn the dough out onto it. Knead for about 4-6 minutes, adding small amounts of flour if needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Form into a ball, cover with a dish towel, and place in a warm place to rise for 10-15 minutes before using.
- Shape, add toppings, and bake until golden.
Notes
Success Tips
- Use warm, not hot, water to activate yeast properly.
- Knead until the dough feels smooth, not sticky.
- Add flour gradually to avoid a dense dough.
Doneness Cues
- The crust should turn light golden brown.
- The bottom should be firm and slightly crisp.
- Edges should be puffed and lightly chewy.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store dough for up to 2–3 days.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw overnight in the fridge before use.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 2mg