Easy Pizza Dough Recipe With Quick Rise Yeast
Introduction
Making pizza at home is a fun activity, and it can be even more enjoyable if you make your own pizza dough. Although making pizza dough may seem daunting, it is quite easy, especially with quick rise yeast. With this recipe, you can make pizza dough in no time.Ingredients
To make pizza dough, you will need the following ingredients:- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon quick rise yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and quick rise yeast.
2. Add the olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough comes together.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
5. After resting, punch down the dough and shape it into your desired size and shape.
6. Add your favorite pizza toppings and bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes.
Tips
- Make sure the water is warm, but not too hot, or it will kill the yeast.
- If you don't have quick rise yeast, you can use regular active dry yeast, but you will need to let the dough rise for about an hour.
- You can freeze the dough for up to three months. Just make sure to thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using.