Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast or instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes if using active dry yeast.
- Stir in flour, salt, olive oil, and sugar until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead by hand or with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight (12–24 hours).
- Remove from fridge 30–60 minutes before use to bring to room temperature.
- Divide and shape as desired, then bake with toppings at 475–500°F until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Add dried herbs or garlic powder for flavor variation.
- Use part whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste.
- For extra crispiness, use bread flour or add cornmeal.
- Increase water slightly for a more airy, bubbly crust.
- Store in fridge up to 3 days or freeze after first rise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of dough
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
