Foolproof Homemade Pizza Dough

Foolproof Homemade Pizza Dough (For 2 Medium Pizzas)

Soft, stretchy, easy to work with, and perfect for any toppings!

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Ingredients (for 2 medium pizzas)

2½ cups bread flour (320g)

1⅓ cups cake flour (160g)

1½ teaspoons salt

1 tablespoon sugar

2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

1⅓ cups warm water (315 ml, about 45°C / 110°F)

2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast
2. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast.
3. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

(If it doesn’t foam, the yeast is inactive—start again.)

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2. Make the Dough
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour, cake flour, and salt.
4. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
5. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
6. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

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3. First Rise
4. Shape the dough into a ball and place in a lightly oiled bowl.
5. Cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel.
6. Let rise for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.

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4. Divide & Shape
5. Punch down the dough gently to release air.
6. Divide into 2 equal balls.
7. Cover and rest for 10 minutes (helps the dough relax).
8. Stretch each dough ball into a 10–12 inch pizza crust.

Use your hands, not a rolling pin, to keep it airy.

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5. Assemble

Add your favorite toppings:

Pizza sauce

Mozzarella

Pepperoni

Veggies

Fresh basil

Anything you love!

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6. Bake
7. Preheat your oven to 250°C (475°F) or as hot as possible.
8. Heat a pizza stone or baking tray inside.
9. Bake each pizza for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

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7. Serve

Let rest for 2 minutes, slice, and enjoy your perfect homemade pizza! 🍕🔥

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