Pizza Dough

2h
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1In a glass bowl, combine 1 and 1/3 cups of warm water (no more than 115°F), 1 packet (or 2 and 1/4 teaspoons) of yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir.
  2. 2Add 2 tablespoons of oil and stir.
  3. 3Add 3 cups of bread flour (or all-purpose) and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir until it starts to come together.
  4. 4Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and gather it together.
  5. 5Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes by pulling the front and pushing it down on top, or using both hands.
  6. 6Lightly oil the same bowl. Place the kneaded dough in the bowl, top down, swirl it around, and flip it over.
  7. 7Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  8. 8Punch down the risen dough to release the air.
  9. 9Cut the dough in half using a knife or bench scraper.
  10. 10Shape each half into a ball.
  11. 11If freezing, wrap the dough balls tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in a ziploc bag. Label.

Ingredients

  • 1.33 cups warm water
  • 1 packet yeast
  • 2.25 teaspoons yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

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