Pizza Dough

2m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix 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.
  6. 6Once the dough comes together, grab the top and push down with the heel of your hand, turn, grab the top and push down again. Repeat this process.
  7. 7Lightly spray the same bowl with oil. Put the dough in the bowl, top down, swirl it around, flip it over and cover tightly with plastic wrap.
  8. 8Let the dough rise for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  9. 9After 1 1/2 hours, punch down the dough to release air.
  10. 10Cut the dough in half using a knife or bench scraper. Shape into balls.
  11. 11Place the dough balls on a cookie sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and store in the refrigerator.

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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