Easy No-Knead Pizza Dough (1-bowl)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour or bread flour
plus more to sprinkle over the dough, 220 grams
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp Instant yeast
or active dry yeast, see notes
- ¾ cup water
lukewarm, 180 grams
- ¾ Tbsp olive oil
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl mix flour, instant yeast, and salt until combined.
- 2
MIX IN 1 BOWL: add water, olive oil, and stir with a spatula to incorporate the dry ingredients into the liquid. While stirring, scrape the bottom of the bowl to make sure to gather all the flour. The dough looks sticky, not smooth, and lumps are totally fine.
- 3
LET THE DOUGH PROOF: cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp tea towel, place in a warm place, and let it rest for 1 hour (even 1 ½-2 hours if time allows), or just until the dough has doubled in sized and looks bubbly.
- 4
PREHEAT THE OVEN: when the dough is ready, place the rack in the lowest position, preheat the oven to 450°F/230°C, and cut a large piece of parchment paper (if you use a pizza stone). Alternatively, grease or line with parchment paper a large baking pan.
- 5
SHAPE THE DOUGH: scrape the edges of the bowl with a spatula, pour the dough onto the parchment paper, and make sure you sprinkle some flour over it to reduce stickiness. Then, starting from the center, gently press it out with your fingers until you get approx a 9×13 inch pizza. Keeping some flour at hand helps during this step. Then let it rest for 10 minutes until the oven gets hot.
- 6
TOPPING: Top with your favorite ingredients, I used tomato sauce, mozzarella, and salt.
- 7
BAKE: bake in the lower shelf of the oven for about 15 minutes, or until nice and crusty. However, keep in mind each oven is different, keep an eye on it (e.g. in a forced fan oven it will take about 8-10 minutes).
Easy No-Knead Pizza Dough (1-bowl)
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of homemade pizza night but intimidated by sticky dough and endless kneading? This Easy No-Knead Pizza Dough (1-bowl) recipe is your new secret weapon, promising restaurant-quality crusts right from your kitchen.
The magic of this recipe lies in its simplicity: a true game-changer for anyone, from novice bakers to seasoned home cooks. By simply mixing all the ingredients in a single bowl and letting the dough rest, you bypass the strenuous kneading process, allowing time to do the work for you. This straightforward, tested method ensures a consistently perfect base for your favorite toppings.
You'll be amazed at how easily this dough comes together. After just 5 minutes of active prep and an hour of passive resting, you’ll discover a soft, elastic dough that's a joy to work with. It's designed to deliver that quintessential homemade pizza experience, providing a sturdy yet tender foundation that truly lets your toppings shine. This simple approach demystifies pizza making, inviting you to create delicious, satisfying pies with minimal effort.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is wonderfully versatile from the start. You have the flexibility to use either all-purpose flour for a classic, tender crust, or bread flour for a chewier texture with more structure. If you don't have instant yeast on hand, you can readily substitute with active dry yeast; just ensure you activate it properly according to package directions before combining with other ingredients.
Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering, this dough sets the stage for an unforgettable homemade pizza night. It yields one large pizza, ideal for a cozy meal for two or easily shared among six for smaller servings.