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Homemade Pizza Dough

Recipe by Dave’s Pizza Oven on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A simple, versatile pizza dough that rises beautifully and yields a crisp, chewy crust. It uses a blend of bread and all‑purpose flour for optimal texture and flavor, perfect for homemade pies.

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Homemade Pizza Dough by Dave’s Pizza Oven, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt, oil, and sugar until evenly distributed.

  2. Gradually add the water while stirring with a wooden spoon or dough whisk until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Shaggy dough has no dry flour pockets. Mix until the water is absorbed throughout.

  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, folding and pressing until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and no longer sticks to your hands.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Dough is smooth and elastic. Fold and press until it stops sticking to your hands.

  4. Lightly oil a clean bowl, place the dough inside, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot (around 86°F/86°F) for 1–2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Dough doubles in size. Keep it covered in a warm spot during the rise.

  5. Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release excess gas, then divide it into two equal portions.

  6. Shape each portion into a 14‑inch (35 cm) round pizza base by stretching or rolling on a lightly floured surface, aiming for an even thickness.

  7. Allow the shaped dough to rest for 10 minutes, uncovered, to relax the gluten before adding toppings.

  8. Preheat the oven to 425°F (425°F) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.

  9. Add your desired toppings to the rested pizza bases.

  10. Slide the pizzas onto the hot stone or sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden‑brown and crisp.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Crust is golden and crisp. Check the underside as well as the top edge.

  11. Remove from the oven, let cool briefly on a wire rack, then slice and serve.

Tips while you cook

Even dry mix
Whisk flour, yeast, salt, oil, and sugar together before adding water.
Knead thoroughly
Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and non‑sticky.
Rest shaped bases
After shaping, let the dough rest uncovered for 10 minutes before topping.
Watch the rise
Let the dough double in size in a warm spot (≈30 °C) for 1–2 hours before punching down.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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