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Quick & Easy Chewy Pizza Dough Recipe

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This Quick & Easy Chewy Pizza Dough recipe delivers a soft, chewy crust perfect for homemade pizzas. Using simple ingredients like warm water, honey, active dry yeast, flour, olive oil, and sea salt, this dough comes together quickly without sacrificing flavor or texture. Ideal for weeknight dinners or last-minute pizza cravings, it yields a versatile base ready for your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water and honey, stirring to dissolve the honey. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the surface and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour and sea salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle with a little more flour during kneading.
  4. First Rise: Lightly oil a clean bowl and place the dough inside, turning once to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch Down and Shape: Punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball or a pizza base, depending on your recipe needs.
  6. Preheat and Prepare for Baking: If baking immediately, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the dough to your desired thickness, place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet, and add toppings.
  7. Bake the Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and toppings are cooked to your liking.

Notes

  • The warm water should be about 110°F (43°C) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • This dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours for enhanced flavor.
  • To freeze, shape dough into a ball, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
  • All-purpose flour can be substituted with bread flour for a chewier texture.
  • Allowing the dough to rest after shaping and before baking helps develop a better crust.

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