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Artisan Crispy & Chewy Pizza Dough

A deliciously unique pizza dough that is crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, perfect for any topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure for the dough.
  • 1 cup Warm water Activates the yeast.
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast Essential for fermentation.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Adds richness.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce Zesty base for the pizza.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Provides gooey stretch.
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves Adds freshness.

Method
 

Making the Dough
  1. Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk them together until well blended.
  2. Add warm water to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. Let rise the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth for 1-2 hours.
  5. Punch down the dough gently to release air bubbles after rising.
  6. Divide the dough into portions and shape each piece into a ball.
  7. Preheat your oven to 500°F and place a pizza stone inside to heat up.
  8. Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface into your preferred shape and thickness.
  9. Top your pizza with sauce, cheese, and favorite toppings before baking.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Drizzle with olive oil before serving for an extra touch of flavor.

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