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Easy Fluffy Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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This easy fluffy homemade pizza dough recipe is quick, simple, and perfect for beginners. It yields a soft, airy crust with a crispy outside and pillowy inside, ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360 grams)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (300 ml), around 110°F (43°C)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water (1 ¼ cups/300 ml) with sugar (1 teaspoon) and sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons) on top. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour (3 cups/360 grams) and salt (1 teaspoon) in a separate bowl.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tablespoons) into the flour mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or dough whisk until the dough starts coming together.
  4. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if too sticky, but avoid adding too much.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Leave in a warm, draft-free spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the dough: Punch down the dough gently to release air bubbles. Transfer to a floured surface and shape into a ball or divide into two for thinner crusts.
  7. Preheat oven and bake: Preheat oven to 475°F (246°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside. Add toppings and bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and fluffy.

Notes

Use warm water around 110°F to activate yeast properly. Avoid over-flouring dough to keep it light and airy. For fluffier results, allow a second short rise after shaping the dough. Preheat pizza stone for at least 30 minutes for a crispy crust. Dough can be refrigerated after first rise for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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