Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dry active yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water (approx., may need adjustment)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dough)
- Additional olive oil for brushing the dough surface
Preparation Time:
2 hours (including rising time)
Cooking Time:
20-30 minutes (depending on the method used to bake)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- Add water and olive oil to the flour mixture and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-2 hours).
- Punch down the dough to release the air bubbles.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a round pizza shape.
- Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Brush the dough surface with olive oil and add desired toppings.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 20-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming no additional toppings)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and thin crust with a slightly chewy texture.
- Good base for various pizza toppings.
- Classic American-style pizza dough.
User Comments:
- "This dough recipe is excellent! The crust is crispy and flavorful." - John Doe
- "Easy to follow recipe. My family loved the pizza made with this dough." - Jane Smith
- "Perfect dough for making New York style pizza at home." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use warm water for activating the yeast.
- Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes to ensure a smooth and elastic texture.
- Make sure to let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven and desired crust crispness.
- Brush the dough with extra olive oil to give it a richer flavor and prevent drying out during baking.
