{"id":10801,"date":"2020-01-23T08:32:52","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T07:32:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthylittlecravings.com\/?p=10801"},"modified":"2023-03-01T09:38:37","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T08:38:37","slug":"easy-homemade-pizza-dough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthylittlecravings.com\/en\/easy-homemade-pizza-dough\/","title":{"rendered":"Fail-Proof Homemade Easy Pizza Dough Recipe From Scratch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Imagine: Sunday afternoon, you crave pizza, you have a few hours before evening comes. I mean, you're REALLY craving pizza. [This is basically my family during the weekend]. So, what do you do in this situation? You make this easy homemade pizza dough of course! <\/strong>Made in less than 3 hours. Follow this step-by-step guide for perfect pizza!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delicious. Simple. Definitely our favorite way to wind down during the weekend!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This post is sponsored by\u00a0Samsung Home Appliances.<\/a> All opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal view only. <\/span><\/strong>
Take a look at what Samsung has on the website (ovens, refrigerators, microwaves, cooktops...), you may find something really interesting!
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Italian colors, aren't they beautiful?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why You'll Love My Mom's Easy Pizza Dough Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First let me say: I'm in love with my mom's easy pizza dough<\/strong> recipe<\/strong>. Actually, not only me. Every time I have guests for dinner, I know that if I'll prepare this pizza it'll be a total success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not joking. Every time I serve pizza made with this dough, my friend, throughout the dinner, keep saying \"Oh gosh, this is... DELICIOUS!\"<\/strong><\/em>. Basically a trip to pizza heaven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I called this 'easy pizza dough recipe'<\/em> because it really is easy<\/span><\/strong>. All in all, it's also quick. Now you may think \"But it still takes 3 hours, you can't say it's quick\"<\/em>. Yes it is. And I'll tell you why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I'd normally prefer longer proofing, that way you can use a very tiny amount of yeast and prolong rising time. But, when I crave pizza \"at the last minute\", I know that I can use mom's recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This easy homemade pizza dough calls for one whole little packet of dry yeast<\/strong>, which in Italy is 7 grams (I think in the U.S too). Given that we'll be using a high amount of leavening agent, this pizza will rise in less than 3 hours<\/strong>. And that's the main reason why I call it 'quick'.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, you could also skip the last 30-45 minutes of rising (but, my advice: if you really want it soft and puffy, make it rise!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Make Pizza Dough Step By Step?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, in order to make the perfect pizza dough (either by hand or using a stand mixer), you have to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First combine flour, yeast, sugar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Combine<\/strong> dry<\/strong>
    First of all, combine flour (I use organic 00 flour), sugar and yeast.
    DON'T add the salt now: it\u00a0doesn't kill\u00a0the yeast\u00a0entirely, but it will affect proofing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Warm water up<\/strong>
    Warm water up: perfect temperature should be between 105\u00b0F and 110\u00b0F for dry yeast (40\u00b0-43\u00b0 C).
    I usually warm it at 95-100\u00b0 F (35-38\u00b0 C)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Let absorb<\/strong>
    Activate stand mixer, pour the water in a couple of times and let absorb entirely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Add salt and oil<\/strong>
    Now it's time to add salt and let incorporate.
    Then add oil and let absorb again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Let knead<\/strong>
    Now let knead at medium speed for about 10\/15 minutes or until you get a smooth dough.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Add water and gently whisk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    And now...<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Time to rise!<\/strong>
      Let it rise - in a warm place, covered with plastic wrap - for 1.5\/2 hours or until doubled in volume.
      My new oven (below you'll find more information) reaches and maintain a temperature of 30\u00b0 C (86\u00b0 F), which is perfect for proofing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Roll out<\/strong> (and let rise again)<\/strong>
      Form pizza into the desired shape: this recipe makes one rectangular or 2 round pizzas (serve 4 people anyway).
      Roll out pizza dough using your hands. Put it on a greased baking sheet.
      Now I like to let it rise again (for approximately 30-45 minutes) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Add toppings and bake<\/strong>
      Preheat your oven at 430\u00b0 F (220\u00b0 C) convection (or 480\u00b0 F - 250\u00b0 C conventional).
      Add toppings and bake for about 15\/20 minutes (depends on your oven!) or until golden brown both onto and under pizza.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      If using a moist mozzarella, prepare it about 20\/30 minutes before baking pizza: \"crumble\" it and put it on a drainer so it'll lose extra \"juices\". If you don't want to overcook it, add mozzarella halfway through while baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      FOR A VEGAN VERSION<\/strong>:
      Use vegan mozzarella<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Look! Perfectly matches my kitchen!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Thank you, Samsung oven! (the latest addition in my kitchen)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      If you follow me on Instagram, you already know what I'm going to talk about.
      Friend, let me introduce you the latest addition in my kitchen: my new Gourmet Vapour Cook Samsung oven!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This new appliance only arrived recently but I already tested it and I. LOVE. IT. There are a few reasons why I find it super cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Samsung Gourmet Vapour Cook favorite features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. First one? It has Wi-Fi<\/strong>, that's like a dream for me! This way I can control my oven from another room (and even when I'm away). So useful if I'm relaxing in the bedroom and my oven is working.
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      2. Second: it has so many programs and auto programs<\/strong>. That means that if I want to bake croissants, I can select the option 'Croissants<\/em>' in the menu and it'll tell me what to do.
        (And this was just an example, because it has 80 other auto-programs!)
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      3. My absolute favorite feature: 'prove dough'<\/strong>. I love baking and I do it several times a week. So, I always need a warm place where I can make my baking goods rise. The prove dough setting allows to maintain a constant temperature of 30\u00b0 C (85\u00b0 F). How cool is that?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        There's more...<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        1. I love how quick it reaches the desired temperature<\/strong>: this was something that surprised both me and boyfriend. It's true, we had a basic oven before (nothing compared). But this speed is unbelievable. The other day, in 7 minutes it reached 180\u00b0C.
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        2. I can bake on one or more levels<\/strong>. That means, if I have two batches of cookies, I can bake them in once! (that was a big problem for me with my old oven)
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        3. It has cleaning programs: pyrolytic and steam cleaning<\/strong>. Extremely useful if you want to clean the oven properly (I definitely don't want to ruin it!)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          That pizza marinara will be baked perfectly, with this new Samsung oven!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          For now these are my favorite features, but don't worry, I will talk about this oven for a looooong time still (even in not-sponsored posts).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          A thought I have to share: the price of this oven is quite high, it's (right now) 1.892,22\u00a0\u20ac<\/strong> <\/a>(approx 2000 $). You may think \"It was gifted to you, but would you have bought it?\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          My answer? Considering I bake basically every day (it's part of my job) and ovens last years, definitely YES<\/strong>. It's a really good investment. My mom had her oven for 30 years, it casually<\/span> broke (the glass) about two years ago. If I think my new oven could last 30 years, well...do the math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Now, my new Samsung\u2019s oven bakes my pizzas perfectly! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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          And now, a few questions answered...<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          What Is The Best Flour To Use For Pizza Dough?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          To the best of my knowledge, the more refined it<\/strong> (the flour) is<\/strong>, the shorter the proofing can be.<\/strong> A short premise: the most refined, here in Italy, is called \"00\" (Doppio zero) flour, similar to all-purpose. The \"00\" is the softest, finest flour and with basically no bran and germ (that's why it's not very nutritious).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          For this recipe, since I don't need to make it rise for many hours, I like to use an organic \"00\" flour (locally produced) or a \"0\" flour (similar to bread flour).
          So the answer is 'yes', you can make pizza with all-purpose (00 flour).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          In case you want to use less yeast and prolong proofing, then try to use a less refined flour.
          Just experiment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Enjoy your delicious pizza made with this easy dough!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          What Temperature Do You Cook A Homemade Pizza?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Interesting question. The answer is \"it depends\".<\/strong> In this case, I've used the \"Bottom heat + convection\"<\/em> setting, at 430\u00b0 F (220\u00b0 C). Samsung Vapour Cook oven also suggests the \"Vapour bottom heat + convection\" <\/em>setting. When I was using conventional, I used to bake my pizza at 480\u00b0 F (250\u00b0 C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Best thing? Bake it at the highest temperature (for a shorter time) to simulate wood oven. Possibly on a pizza stone (I bought mine on Amazon<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          You ready to make the best pizza ever?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          If you make this recipe, please be sure to give it a rating and leave a comment! It would make me so happy!<\/strong>  🙂<\/p>\n\n\n

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          Don\u2019t forget to pin and share this easy and delicious recipe!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n\n\n

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          Easy Pizza Dough Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\t\t
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          An easy and failproof pizza dough (seriously, never fails): made with a few simple ingredients.<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t
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          <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Prep Time: <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
          <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cook Time: <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
          <\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Rising time: <\/span>2 hours<\/span><\/span> hours<\/span> 15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
          <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time: <\/span>2 hours<\/span><\/span> hours<\/span> 55 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t
          <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Servings: <\/span>4<\/span> people<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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          Author: <\/span>Roberta<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t

          Ingredients<\/h3>