Homemade Pizza Crust Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious homemade pizza crust with this easy recipe. Perfect for pizza lovers, this crust is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It's also customizable, so you can add your favorite toppings and create your own unique pizza. This recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish, including the rising time, and makes enough dough for two medium-sized pizzas. Impress your family and friends with your homemade pizza skills!

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Stir the mixture with a spoon until it comes together to form a dough. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
6. Punch down the dough to release the air, and divide it in half. Roll out each portion into a round circle to fit your pizza pans or baking sheets.
7. Transfer the dough onto the pans or sheets. If desired, you can pre-bake the crust for about 5 minutes for a crispier texture.
8. Add your favorite toppings, such as tomato sauce, cheese, vegetables, and meats.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
11. Enjoy your homemade pizza!

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