Classic NY-Style Pizza Dough
This Classic New York-Style Pizza Dough gives you the perfect balance of crispness and chewiness. Ideal for creating authentic, foldable slices with just the right amount of crunch and softness.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
Ingredients
- 500 g bread flour
- 325 ml warm water
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar.
- Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients.
- Knead by hand for 8-10 minutes or use a stand mixer for 5-6 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl.
- Cover and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide it into two equal portions, and shape into balls.
- Cover and let rest for another 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 250°C (480°F).
- If using a pizza stone, heat it in the oven.
- Roll out each dough ball into a 30 cm circle on a floured surface.
- Transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone, add toppings, and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and crispy.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Brush the crust with garlic butter after baking for extra flavor.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a medium-bodied red like Chianti or a refreshing lager beer.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 360 kcal | Carbohydrates: 72 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 5 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 1 g | Salt: 1.2 g
