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Pizza Hut-Inspired Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 pizza (about 12-inch crust)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Pizza Hut-Inspired Homemade Dough recipe delivers a soft, chewy pizza crust you can make from scratch with simple pantry staples. The dough is activated with yeast, kneaded until smooth, and allowed to rise for a fluffy texture. Perfect for recreating the classic pizza experience at home, it bakes to a golden crust ready to hold your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 packet dry yeast (about 2¼ teaspoons)

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup warm water (110°F or 45°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar evenly to ensure a well-flavored dough.
  2. Activate the Yeast: Sprinkle the dry yeast over the warm water and let it rest for about 5 minutes until frothy, confirming the yeast is active for proper dough rising.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until the dough starts to come together.
  4. Knead the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, developing gluten for a chewy texture.
  5. Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
  6. Prepare for Baking: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air, then roll it out to your desired thickness to fit your pizza pan or stone.
  7. Add Toppings and Bake: Top the dough with your favorite ingredients and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and toppings are cooked through.

Notes

  • Make sure the water temperature is warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • For a thinner crust, roll the dough thinner; for a thicker crust, keep it a bit thicker.
  • You can add herbs or garlic powder into the dough for extra flavor.
  • Use a pizza stone if available to achieve a crispier crust.
  • Ensure the dough doubles in size during rising to get a light and airy crust.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/pizza-hut-inspired-homemade-pizza-dough-recipe/