Description
This Sourdough Pizza Dough recipe yields enough dough for two large pizzas, serving four people. It features a simple blend of all-purpose flour, active sourdough starter, lukewarm water, salt, and olive oil. The dough requires a long rise time for a flavorful and chewy crust, perfect for homemade pizzas with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients required for the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
- Mix Dough: Add the active sourdough starter and lukewarm water to the flour mixture. Stir with a spoon until all ingredients are combined into a rough dough.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead it for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten and texture.
- First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rise for 4 to 6 hours, or until the dough doubles in size, allowing fermentation and flavor development.
- Shape Dough: After the rise, punch down the dough gently to release air. Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into a pizza base or desired shape for baking.
- Preheat Oven: Begin preheating your oven to 475°F (245°C). Prepare your baking sheets or pizza stones while the oven heats up to ensure a crisp crust.
Notes
- Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly before using for best results.
- Use lukewarm water to aid yeast activity and fermentation.
- Kneading time is important for developing gluten; do not rush this step.
- The long rise time is crucial for flavor and texture development typical of sourdough.
- Adjust baking time depending on your toppings and oven performance.
