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Pizza Crust Recipe

A versatile pizza crust recipe that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, perfect for any topping.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pizza, crust, homemade, Italian, baking
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 medium pizzas
Calories: 200kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm water 110°F/43°C
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1 tsp dried oregano optional

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
  • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
  • Mix until a dough starts to form.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  • Once risen, punch down the dough to release air.
  • Divide the dough into two equal parts for two pizzas.
  • Roll out each portion into your desired thickness on a floured surface.
  • Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet, add toppings, and bake in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g