How do I make homemade pizza?

Become a pizza maestro with our 'Homemade Pizza' recipe. From dough to toppings, create your perfect pie and master the art of pizza making!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make homemade pizza. Items include: all-purpose flour salt sugar active dry yeast warm water olive oil

all-purpose flour 2 cups
salt 1 teaspoon
sugar 1 teaspoon
active dry yeast 2 and 1/4 teaspoons
warm water 3/4 cup
olive oil 2 tablespoons

Take note
Remember to always use caution when working with sharp objects and hot surfaces. Keep an eye on your oven to avoid any pizza mishaps.

1

Mix Up the Dough

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 2 and 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast. Slowly add 3/4 cup of warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

2

Let It Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size. This gives the dough a chance to develop its delicious flavors.

3

Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats. If not, a baking sheet will do just fine. Dust your work surface with flour, then divide the dough into the desired number of portions. Roll out each portion into a thin round shape, using more flour as needed to prevent sticking.

4

Get Saucy

Spread a thin layer of your favorite pizza sauce over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Feel free to go wild with toppings like mozzarella cheese, sliced vegetables, pepperoni, or even pineapple (if you dare!). Remember, you're the pizza maestro here, so make it unique!

5

Bake to Perfection

Carefully transfer your assembled pizza to the preheated oven or onto the hot pizza stone. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Keep a close eye on it!

6

Slice and Enjoy

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two. Then, grab a pizza cutter and dive in! Slice it into mouth-watering pieces, serve immediately, and savor the deliciousness of your homemade masterpiece.