Are you craving restaurant-quality pizza without the hassle of complicated dough-making techniques? Get ready to revolutionize your home cooking with the ultimate Lazy No Knead Pizza Dough - the simplest, most foolproof recipe that will transform even novice home cooks into pizza masters! This incredible recipe requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor, proving that delicious homemade pizza is just a few easy steps away. Imagine creating crispy, golden pizzas that rival your favorite pizzeria, all from the comfort of your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 pizzas
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well to ensure that the salt is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- In a separate small bowl, dissolve 1 packet of active dry yeast in 1 1/4 cups of warm water (about 110°F or 43°C). Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy. This indicates that the yeast is active.
- Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour and salt mixture. Also, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. The longer you let it rise, the more flavor it will develop.
- After the dough has risen, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
- Once the oven is preheated, flour your work surface and gently turn the dough out onto it. Divide the dough into two equal portions for two pizzas.
- Take one portion of the dough and shape it into a ball. Using your fingers, gently stretch and press the dough into a round shape, about 10-12 inches in diameter. If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for a few minutes before trying again.
- Transfer the stretched dough onto a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process with the second portion of dough.
- Add your desired toppings to the pizza. Start with a layer of sauce, followed by cheese and any other toppings you prefer.
- Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing. Enjoy your homemade lazy no-knead pizza!
Tips
- Water temperature is crucial: Ensure your water is around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast perfectly without killing it.
- Patience is key: Allow the dough to rise for at least 1-2 hours for maximum flavor development and optimal texture.
- Don't overwork the dough: The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity - gentle handling prevents tough crusts.
- Preheat your baking surface: Whether using a pizza stone or baking sheet, a hot surface ensures a crispy bottom crust.
- Get creative with toppings: While the dough is foolproof, your topping combinations can make each pizza unique.
- Let the pizza rest briefly after baking: This helps the cheese set and makes slicing easier.
- For extra flavor, brush the crust edges with garlic-infused olive oil before baking.
- If you're not using the dough immediately, it can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours, allowing for even more flavor development.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 720kcal
Carbohydrates: 147g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
