Sally'S Pizza Dough
Homemade pizza dough with a soft crust, perfect for customizing with your favorite toppings. Ideal for casual dinners, family gatherings, or weekend pizza nights.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine yeast and warm water in a small bowl, then add sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Add 2 cups of flour, salt, and oil to the mixture.
- Mix until smooth.
- Add the remaining 1 cup of flour as you knead the dough.
- Let rise for 10 minutes.
- Punch down or knead briefly, then roll out to make pizza crust.
- Place the crust onto a greased pan and spread with pizza sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded Mozzarella and/or Cheddar cheese and add desired toppings.
- Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, use warm water (about 110°F) to activate the yeast properly. If you don't have instant yeast, active dry yeast can be substituted, but you’ll need to activate it separately in the warm water. For a whole wheat version, replace half of the flour with whole wheat flour. This dough can also be frozen after rising for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
This pizza pairs beautifully with a side of Lo-Cal Italiano String Beans for a lighter meal. Serve with a fresh salad or a side of Pasta Aglio-Olie E' Pomidori Freschi for a delightful Italian-themed dinner. Feel free to experiment with toppings, using seasonal vegetables or your favorite proteins to customize your pizza experience.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place slices in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and the crust is crisp. For best results, avoid using the microwave as it can make the crust soggy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Sally'S Pizza Dough contains roughly 1235 calories, with 20g protein, 149g carbohydrates, and 62g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (48% of the Daily Value), protein (40% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (26% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1794mg per serving (78% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this dough in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead of time. After kneading, let it rise for 10 minutes, then shape it and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to use, let it come to room temperature before rolling it out.
What can I use instead of yeast?
If you don't have yeast, you can use baking powder as a substitute. For every cup of flour, use 1 tablespoon of baking powder and omit the yeast. Keep in mind that the texture will be different—less chewy and more biscuit-like.
How do I know when the dough has risen enough?
The dough should double in size and feel light and airy. If you gently poke it with your finger, the indentation should remain. This usually takes about 10 minutes for this quick recipe, but the time may vary based on the temperature of your kitchen.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).