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Homemade Pizza Dough From Scratch (Allergy-Friendly + FPIES Safe Swaps)

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Ingredients

For the Yeast Mixture:

  • ¼ cup 2 oz warm water — 110°F to 115°F
  • 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast such as Saf-Instant

For the Dough:

  • 3¼ cups unbleached all-purpose flour [see substitution options below]
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 additional tablespoon for brushing

Instructions

  • Activate the Yeast Pour the warm water into a small bowl and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it looks foamy. Give it a stir to dissolve if needed.
  • Mix the Dough In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, add the flour and salt. Turn the mixer to low and slowly pour in the yeast mixture, then the 1 cup of water and 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together, then knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • No stand mixer? Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 10 minutes.
  • Let It Rise Shape the dough into a smooth ball and place it on a floured surface. Cover with an inverted bowl, plastic wrap, or a damp kitchen towel. Let it rise at room temperature for 1½ hours, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Divide and Shape Once the dough has risen, use a large knife or bench scraper to cut it into 4 equal portions. With lightly floured hands, gently press out any air bubbles and shape each piece into a small, smooth ball. Space them about 4 inches apart on a lightly floured surface until ready to use.