Create your own premium pizza crust at home with this simple and flavorful recipe. This crust is perfect for topping with your favorite ingredients and enjoying a high-quality homemade pizza.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
- 2 1/2 cups bread flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, olive oil, salt, and the yeast mixture. Mix well until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Place dough in a well-oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to desired pizza size.
- Place dough on a pizza pan or baking sheet. Add toppings of your choice and bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.
- Slice and enjoy your homemade premium pizza!
Interesting Facts
Making your own pizza crust allows you to control the quality of ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking.
This recipe yields a premium crust that is perfect for a variety of pizza styles, from traditional to gourmet.