Artisan Pizza Dough – Crispy, Chewy, Bubbly Crust

This artisan pizza dough recipe creates a perfectly crispy, chewy, and airy crust. With simple ingredients and an easy process, you’ll make restaurant-quality pizza right at home!

Ingredients:

• 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)

Instructions:

1. Mix the Dough:
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and yeast. Gradually add warm water, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Knead & Rise:
   Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
3. Shape the Dough:
   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each piece into a ball, cover with a towel, and let rest for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat Oven & Prepare:
   Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside. Roll out each dough ball into a thin round (about 10-12 inches). Transfer to a parchment-lined peel or baking sheet.
5. Add Toppings:
   Add your favorite toppings, starting with a thin layer of sauce, cheese, and other ingredients of choice.
6. Bake:
   Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden, bubbly, and crisp.
7. Serve:
   Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy your crispy, chewy artisan pizza fresh from the oven!

Tips for Success:

• For an extra bubbly crust, let the dough rest in the fridge for 24-48 hours before using.
• Use a pizza stone or steel for optimal crispiness.
• Avoid overloading with toppings to keep the crust light and airy.

Nutrition (Per Slice, Dough Only):

• Calories: 140 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
• Sodium: 290mg
• Fiber: 1g