Homemade pizza dough made quickly with just the simple ingredients of flour, yeast, water, olive oil, sugar, and salt.
This pizza dough bakes up with a crisp golden crust that is perfect for your favorite toppings.
Tips for Quick Pizza Dough
- Yeast Choice for a Fast Rise:
For the quickest dough, use instant yeast (also called rapid-rise). It doesn’t need to be activated in warm water first and can be mixed directly with the flour. This allows the dough to rise faster than if you used active dry yeast. If you only have active dry yeast, you can still use it. Just dissolve it in warm water (about 110°F) with a pinch of sugar before mixing it into the flour. - Warm Environment Helps:
For best results, let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot to get it light and airy. - Refrigerator Storage:
Pizza dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. After kneading, lightly coat the dough ball with olive oil and place it in a covered container. The dough will slowly rise in the fridge, developing extra flavor. When you’re ready to use it, take it out and let it rest at room temperature before shaping. - Freezing Dough:
You can also freeze pizza dough. Divide the dough into portions, lightly oil each piece, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Place them in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then let the dough rest at room temperature before shaping. - Texture & Thickness:
For a chewier crust, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour. Roll it thin for a crispy base or leave it thicker for a soft, pillowy crust.
Quick Pizza Dough Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Mix dry ingredients
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.Â
Add wet ingredients
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Add the olive oil and warm water, then mix until dough forms.Â
Knead
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Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. While kneading, add additional flour as needed to keep dough from sticking.
Rest the dough
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Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap and/or a kitchen towel. Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.
Roll and shape dough
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Roll out the dough on a floured surface into your desired thickness and shape. Roll it thin for a crispy base or leave it thicker for a soft, pillowy crust.
Add sauce and toppings
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Transfer the dough to a greased or parchment paper lined baking sheet. Add pizza sauce and your favorite toppings.Â
Bake
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Bake in a preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes at 425°F, or until the crust is golden brown.
