Perfect Pizza Dough: Easy Homemade Recipe

Start by sifting the flour into a mixing bowl. Add the sugar, instant dry yeast, salt, warm water, and olive oil. Mix all the ingredients together until a cohesive dough forms.

The dough will be sticky and slightly wet. If it feels too wet, you may add an additional 30 grams (1 ounce) of flour to achieve the right consistency. To avoid sticking, coat your hands with a bit of olive oil while handling the dough.

This recipe yields enough dough for one large or two small pizzas. Lightly oil your work surface and start to knead the dough. Stretch it a bit, then fold the edges towards the center as if you were making bread. Finally, shape the dough into a ball.

Transfer the dough ball to a large, oiled container. Cover it with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours, or up to 6-7 hours for even better flavor. If making two pizzas, you can divide the dough into two balls and place them in the container.

Thirty minutes before you are ready to bake, take the dough out of the fridge. Place it on a parchment-lined surface that has been lightly dusted with semolina flour. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Rather than rolling it out with a pin, use your hands to gently stretch the dough from the center while rotating it to form a pizza base, leaving a slight edge for the crust.

Now it’s time to top your pizza! Spread a layer of sieved tomatoes, generously sprinkle with cheese mix, and add your favorite toppings.

Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Celsius (480 degrees Fahrenheit) and bake the pizza for 7 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.