QUICK AND EASY HOMEMADE PIZZA DOUGH RECIPE

How to Make This Quick Pizza Dough Recipe Step by Step

RECIPE DETAILS

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Rest/Proof Time: ~180 minutes

• Cook Time: 15–20 minutes (after topping)

• Total Time: ~3 hours 25–30 minutes

• Servings: For a 35 cm pizza

• Difficulty: ⭐☆☆ (Easy)

• Diet Type: Mediterranean

• The quantities can be easily doubled or halved

INGREDIENTS FOR PIZZA DOUGH

• 200 g Manitoba flour

• 300 g 00 Flour

• 300 ml Room temperature water

• 10 g Salt

• 4 g Fresh yeast

• 35 g Extra virgin olive oil

Going to a pizzeria is always a great treat but there are evenings, when you just don't want to go out, especially when it gets dark early and the cold arrives. Making pizza dough at home then becomes the perfect choice. Because sometimes, there's nothing better than cooking at home on your comfortable cloths and sharing a slice of pizza with family or friends.

We present you a basic recipe for making pizza dough at home with a very quick rising time of about 3 hours, so you can organize to prepare it during the day and enjoy it in the evening with your favorite toppings. If you have more time available, we will explain also a slightly longer rising process, but still within the day, or just about 6 hours.

• Quick & practical – no endless waiting, just a few hours and you’re ready to roll for an amazing homemade pizza night

• Genuine – only simple, quality ingredients, because real flavor doesn’t need additives

• Deliciously versatile – soft and airy inside, crispy on the edges, and ready to welcome any toppings you crave

• Made to share – the kind of recipe that turns cooking into a fun moment with family or friends

This pizza dough is simple, fast, and adaptable. With just basic ingredients and minimal hands-on work, you’ll get a soft, crispy base ready for your favorite toppings.

1 - Combine flours and yeast

• Pour the two types of flour into a large bowl

• Crumble the yeast into the flour

• Add a little room-temperature water

2 - Mix in stages

• Slowly mix while adding half of the water

• Add the salt, olive oil, and the rest of the water gradually

• Keep mixing until you obtain a homogeneous dough

3 - Knead the dough

• Transfer the dough to a work surface

• Knead with your hands until smooth and uniform

• Let it rest on the work surface for about 10 minutes, covered with a bowl

• Imagine dividing the dough into 4 parts

• Stretch each end and fold it toward the center

• Give the dough a fold, roll it, and shape it into a ball

• Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a cloth

• Let it rise in the oven (turned off, with the light on)

💡 Tip to save time: Place a small pot of boiling water next to the dough in the oven. The humidity will cut the rising time from 6 hours to about 3 hours.

4 - First fold

• Imagine dividing the dough into 4 parts

• Stretch each end and fold it toward the center

• Give the dough a fold, roll it, and shape it into a ball

• Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a cloth

• Let it rise in the oven turned off, with the light on and a small pot of boiling water next to the dough in the oven. The humidity will cut the rising time from 6 hours to about 2.5 hours

5 - Second fold

• Once the dough has doubled in volume, transfer it to a floured surface

• Stretch the ends and fold them back toward the center

• Shape into a smooth, regular ball by rolling the dough back and forth with your hands

6 - Final rest

• Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl

• Cover and let rest again in the oven for 30 minutes (place another pot of boiling water in the oven for humidity)

7 - Ready to use

• After resting, the dough is ready to be rolled out

• Add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings before baking

Don't miss here below, the video for the quick and easy to make pizza dough recipe, it will guide you step by step for the best results.

TIPS FOR PERFECT RESULTS

To make a soft pizza dough that’s easy to roll out, it’s important to use room-temperature water and add it gradually, so you can better control the dough’s hydration. Knead the dough until the surface becomes smooth and elastic: this step is essential for developing a good structure, even when making homemade pizza dough with shorter rising times.

The oven humidity trick is key to speeding up the rising process without compromising the final result. Gentle heat combined with steam helps activate the yeast more quickly. For a well-aerated crust, avoid pressing down on the dough when shaping it and stretch it gently with your hands.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

This quick pizza dough can be easily adapted to suit your taste and the time you have available. For a more rustic pizza, you can replace part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour, slightly adjusting the amount of water to keep the dough soft. For a more aromatic result, add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on top before baking or dust the base with semolina for a crispier crust.

If you have more time, you can extend the rising time up to 6 hours to get a pizza that’s even more digestible and airy. This dough works well for many variations, from classic pizzas to lighter versions, always following the same simple, homemade Mediterranean approach.

Can I freeze pizza dough?

Yes! After the first rise, divide the dough into portions, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using

What flour is best for pizza dough?

Italian “00” flour gives the best texture and chewiness, but all-purpose flour works well too. For a rustic touch, you can also mix in some whole wheat flour.

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