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Pizza Dough

This classic homemade pizza dough is a versatile staple for any plant-based kitchen. Using just a few store-cupboard essentials including yeast, olive oil and plain flour, it creates a wonderfully smooth and elastic dough that bakes into a crisp, golden crust. Whether you prefer a thin Roman-style base or a slightly thicker finish, this reliable recipe provides the perfect foundation for all your favourite savoury toppings.

As a simple vegan recipe, this dough is ideal for family dinner nights or weekend entertaining. The preparation is straightforward enough for beginners, requiring only a few minutes of kneading and an hour to rise. You can even prepare the dough a day in advance and keep it in the fridge, making it a convenient option for a quick and healthy midweek meal.

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Ingredients for Pizza Dough

  • 180ml warm water (41°C to 46°C)

  • 1 envelope active dry yeast

  • 250g (or more) plain flour

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 3/4 teaspoons salt

  • 45ml olive oil

How to make Pizza Dough

Pour 180ml warm water into small bowl; stir in yeast. Let stand until yeast dissolves, about 5 minutes.

Brush large bowl lightly with olive oil. Mix 475ml flour, sugar, and salt in processor. Add yeast mixture and 45ml oil; process until dough forms a sticky ball. Transfer to lightly floured surface. KNEAD dough until smooth, adding more flour by tablespoonfuls if dough is very sticky, about 1 minute. Transfer to prepared bowl; turn dough in bowl to coat with oil. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let dough rise in warm draft-free area until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. PUNCH down dough. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Store in airtight container in refrigerator. ROLL out dough according to recipe instructions. (Start in centre of dough, working outward toward edges but not rolling over them.)

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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