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Basic & Fresh Pizza Dough Recipe

Posted: May 27, 2025

Basic Pizza Dough Recipe

Simple quality ingredients are what makes this pizza so special. Whether you are after a fun weeknight dinner or having a pizza party, this recipe for pizza dough will take your homemade pizza to the next level.

TYPE	MAIN
SERVES	2 DOUGH BALLS
DIFFICULTY	EASY
PREP TIME	4 HOURS

Ingredients

2 cups, plus 2 tablespoon 00 Tipo Flour
1 cup water, lukewarm
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
¾ teaspoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Directions

In a large All-Clad mixing bowl combine flour and salt. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl stir together 1 cup of lukewarm water, the yeast, and olive oil.
Pour the liquid mixture into the flour mixture. Knead the dough with your hands until well combined, roughly 3-4 minutes. Then let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.
Knead the rested dough for 3 minutes.
Cut the dough into two equal pieces and shape it into balls. Place them on a heavily floured surface and cover with a damp, not wet, cloth.
Let the dough rise at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours.
When ready to make your pizza place the dough ball on a heavily floured surface and using your fingers, stretch the dough into a round roughly 12 inches.

Pro Tip:

If you want to make this dough ahead of time, in step 3 you can let the dough rest and rise in the fridge for 8 hours and up to 24 hours. When you want to make your pizza let the dough rest at room temperature for 45 minutes.

Homemade Pizza Dough:

Creating pizza at home is more than just preparing a meal—it's crafting memories that will last a lifetime. Gather your family around the kitchen counter and watch as little hands eagerly knead dough, sprinkle cheese, and proudly arrange toppings on their very own culinary canvas. You'll also have complete control over ingredients, ensuring the freshest, healthiest options for your loved ones.

With your All-Clad Pizza Stone & Pizza Cutter, or the All-Clad Outdoor Pizza Oven and basic ingredients, transform your kitchen or outdoor space into your family's favorite pizzeria. Let everyone customize their perfect pie while sharing stories and laughter. The best part? Children develop valuable kitchen skills and gain confidence in their cooking abilities. Plus, the satisfaction of pulling a golden-brown, bubbling pizza from the oven creates an unmatched sense of accomplishment.

Make it a weekly tradition—"Family Pizza Night" has a way of bringing everyone together, away from screens and distractions. Whether you're teaching your children the art of stretching dough or discovering creative new topping combinations, these moments of connection are truly priceless. After all, the best family recipes are the ones seasoned with joy and shared with love.

How Do You Make Fresh Pizza Dough at Home?

Mastering fresh pizza dough starts with proper warm water temperature - 110°F is ideal for activating yeast. Mix your ingredients in an All-Clad mixing bowl until the dough feels slightly tacky but not sticky. For best results, let the dough rest on a lightly floured work surface for 10 minutes between kneading sessions.

Watch for the dough to develop small air holes - this indicates proper gluten development. When stretching, aim for 1/4-inch thick consistency. Soon, our new All-Clad pizza oven will help you achieve that perfect golden crust.

Fresh Pizza Dough Cooking: How Do You Cook or Bake Fresh Pizza Dough?

Whether you're using a traditional oven or our All-Clad Outdoor Pizza Oven, achieving the perfect crust is easier than you think. Heat your All-Clad Outdoor Pizza Oven to 750°F. Allow at least 15 minutes for the stone to reach full temperature. Build the pizza. Slide the pizza into the oven and turn on the spinning stone. Cook for 90 seconds to 2 minutes.

Fresh Pizza Dough Storage

Store unused dough portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours, allowing flavors to develop further while maintaining ideal texture.