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Homemade Crispy Pizza Dough

This simple pizza dough is easy to prepare and creates a crust that is perfectly crispy and chewy every time.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 19, 2026
Homemade Crispy Pizza Dough
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
90 minutes
Serves
2

Making your own pizza dough at home is a rewarding experience that tastes much better than anything you can find at the store. It requires just a few basic pantry staples and is much simpler than most people think.

My top tip for the best results is to let the dough rest in a warm spot until it has doubled in size. This ensures that the texture is light and airy instead of dense.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it looks bubbly.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, stir together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Mix until the dough starts to form, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5 to 7 minutes until it feels smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 60 minutes or until it doubles in size.

  5. 5

    Punch the dough down to release the air and shape it into your desired pizza crust size. Add your favorite toppings and bake as desired.

💡 Tips

You can store leftover dough in the refrigerator for up to two days if you wrap it tightly in plastic. For the best flavor, let the refrigerated dough come back to room temperature before you try to stretch it out. This recipe also freezes well if you need to keep it for a longer period.

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