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Fast Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe

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This Fast Pizza Dough recipe delivers a quick and easy way to prepare homemade pizza crust with minimal waiting time. Using Quick Rise Instant yeast accelerates the fermentation process so you can enjoy fresh pizza faster. The dough is soft, slightly sticky, and yields 2 medium-sized pizza crusts ready for your favorite toppings and baking at 450°F. Alternatively, the dough can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 4 to 4½ cups all-purpose flour (pizza flour or bread flour) (480 to 540 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (13 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons salt (12 grams)
  • 2¼ teaspoons Quick Rise Instant yeast (7 grams or 1 packet)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1½ cups warm water (354 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (39 grams)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) if you plan to immediately bake your pizza crust. If not baking right away, the dough can be frozen after preparation.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of flour, granulated sugar, salt, and Quick Rise Instant yeast until well combined.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is blended, forming a soft dough. If the dough is too wet or sticky, gradually add the remaining flour until the dough is slightly sticky but manageable.
  4. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook to knead the dough.
  5. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rest on the countertop for 10 to 15 minutes if using Quick Rise yeast. The dough should almost double in size.
  6. Divide Dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal balls for two medium pizzas.
  7. Optional Dough Freezing: If not baking immediately, coat each ball in olive oil, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, place in a zipper-seal bag with air squeezed out, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  8. Shape Pizza: To bake, roll each dough ball into 10 to 12-inch circles on parchment paper or a greased sheet pan. Create a rim by folding and pinching the edges.
  9. Add Toppings: Spread your preferred pizza sauce evenly over the dough and add desired toppings such as cheese, vegetables, or meats.
  10. Bake Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes for a thinner crust until edges are golden and cheese is bubbly. For thicker crusts, bake 20 to 22 minutes until fully cooked.

Notes

  • Using Quick Rise Instant yeast speeds up the rising time significantly compared to regular yeast.
  • The dough can be frozen before baking; thaw thoroughly before using.
  • Adjust the amount of flour slightly depending on humidity and flour type to achieve a soft but workable dough.
  • Olive oil in the dough adds flavor and improves texture.
  • For best results, use warm water around 100°F (38°C) to activate yeast properly.
  • If you prefer a crispier crust, bake pizza on a preheated pizza stone.

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