Description
This homemade pizza recipe is simple yet delicious, with a soft, golden crust topped with savory pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for a family dinner or a fun weekend cooking project.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
- Spread pizza sauce over the dough, add cheese, and your favorite toppings.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Slice and enjoy your homemade pizza!
Notes
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours for better flavor.
- Feel free to use store-bought pizza sauce and toppings for a quicker meal.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes