Ingredients:

  • 3 cups (360g) All-Purpose Flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g, one packet) Instant Dry Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups (295ml) Warm Water (105-115°F / 40-46°C)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Olive Oil, plus extra for coating the bowl

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In the same bowl, add flour and salt.
  3. Add olive oil to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a clean towel and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size. For an enhanced flavour profile, let it rest overnight in the fridge
  6. Punch down the dough to release air. Divide the dough in half. Gently stretch and shape each half into a 12-inch pizza crust.
  7. Place the shaped dough on a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal (or directly on a pizza stone). Add your favorite toppings.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 450°F (232°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.