Print

Perfect Artisan Pizza Dough

Print Recipe

Create the perfect artisan pizza dough with a crispy, chewy, and bubbly crust that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 500g (3 3/4 cups plus 2 tbsp) all-purpose flour
  • 375g (1 1/2 cups plus 2 tbsp) warm water, divided
  • 1g (1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 10g (1 1/2 tsp) fine salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine 80g (1/3 cup) of warm water and the active dry yeast. Let this mixture sit for about 5-10 minutes until it’s frothy and bubbly.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the flour and fine salt. Whisk them together.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast and remaining warm water. Mix until it forms a shaggy dough.
  4. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for about 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the dough: Punch down the risen dough, divide it into pieces, shape into balls, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  7. Stretch and shape: Gently stretch the dough from the center outwards into your desired shape.
  8. Pre-bake the crust: Preheat oven to 475°F-500°F. Pre-bake the shaped dough for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Top and bake: Add toppings and bake until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden, about 8-12 minutes.
  10. Slice and serve: Let cool for a couple of minutes, then slice and enjoy!

Notes

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: pizza dough, artisan pizza, homemade pizza

Find it online: https://cleanplatecravings.com/beginner-friendly-artisan-pizza-dough-crispy-chewy-crust/