Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour - 500 grams
- Sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Active dry yeast (substitute for traditional yeast) - 1 packet (approximately 7 grams)
- Warm water - 1 cup
- Pizza sauce or tomato paste - as needed
- Toppings of choice (e.g., cheese, olives, peppers, etc.) - as needed
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- Add warm water and yeast to the flour mixture and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise for about 15-20 minutes in a warm place until it doubles in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a circular shape to form the pizza crust.
- Transfer the crust onto a baking sheet or pizza pan.
- Spread pizza sauce or tomato paste evenly over the crust.
- Top with your choice of pizza toppings.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before cutting and serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming standard pizza toppings)
Calories: 350-450 (depending on toppings)
Fat: 15-25 grams
Carbohydrates: 45-60 grams
Protein: 15-20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- No traditional yeast required, making it easier to prepare.
- Crispy and thin crust that is perfect for American-style pizza lovers.
- Customizable toppings allow for personal preferences.
User Comments:
- "This pizza crust is amazing! The texture is perfect, not too thin and not too thick."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, especially since I don't have to wait for the yeast to activate."
- "The crust has a great flavor and pairs well with my favorite pizza toppings."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to let the dough rise in a warm place for the best results.
- Preheat the oven thoroughly before baking to ensure a crispy crust.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your oven's temperature and the thickness of the crust.
