Bubbly Pizza Dough Easy (Print View)

Airy, golden pizza dough for homemade pies. Achieve crisp edges and light texture with quick, simple prep.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough Base

01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
05 - 1 1/4 cups warm water
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 to 10 minutes until it develops a foamy surface.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt. Add in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
03 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface or use a stand mixer with dough hook. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
04 - Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm area for 1 to 2 hours, or until the dough has doubled in volume.
05 - Divide the risen dough into 2 equal portions. Gently stretch each portion by hand into a 10 to 12-inch round, taking care not to deflate the bubbles.
06 - Preheat the oven to 500°F. For best results, use a pizza stone or steel. Prepare toppings as desired.
07 - Transfer the shaped dough to a prepared pizza stone or baking sheet. Add desired toppings and bake for 7 to 10 minutes until the crust is golden, puffed, and crisp.

# Notes:

01 - Using warm water between 105°F and 110°F ensures proper yeast activation for optimal dough rise.