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Calculated Shard: 198 (from laksa156)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa198.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/","crawl_time":1775645028,"first_indexed_time":1722376869,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,feastandwest!\/homemade-pizza\/ s443","src_root_hash":"11197880737066730798","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Make the BEST Homemade Pizza | Feast + West","meta_descriptions":["Turn your kitchen into an Italian pizzeria in no time with this quick homemade pizza recipe. Use DIY dough and whatever toppings you want!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again!\nDISCLAIMER\n*This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you.\nAll opinions are our own.\nPlease read our full\ndisclosure\nfor more information.\ntable of contents\nAbout this Homemade Pizza Recipe\nTools & equipment\nIngredients\nSubstitutions & variations\nPizza Toppings\nPizza dough\nHow to make homemade pizza\nTips & tricks\nFood & drink pairings\nFAQ\nMore party recipes\nHomemade Pizza\nAbout this Homemade Pizza Recipe\nFridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe!\nOver the years, I have perfected my\nquick pizza dough\n. So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night!\nThe best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home.\nPair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold\nbeerita\nto wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria.\nMore pizza recipes:\nPizza Pinwheels\n•\nPizza Popcorn\n•\nPepperoni Pizza Dip\nWhy you’ll love this recipe\nNow that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about:\nWhen you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want.\nPizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests.\nIf you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you.\nTools & equipment\nTo make the pizza dough, you’ll need a\nstand mixer\n*\n(ideally with the dough hook) or a \nfood processor\n. You’ll also need plenty of\nparchment paper\n*\nand some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag.\nI prefer to use a\nkitchen scale\n*\nto weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have.\nTo bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more\nparchment paper\n*\nand a\npizza stone\n*\nif you’d like.\nIngredients\nHere’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza!\nPizza dough ingredients\nIf you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need:\nbread flour\nactive dry yeast\nsalt\nolive oil (or any other light-tasting oil)\nhot water\nhoney or\nagave nectar\n*\nPizza ingredients\nHere’s what I use to make my perfect pizza:\npizza dough\nflour or cornmeal\nolive oil\nminced garlic\npizza sauce\nshredded mozzarella cheese\npepperoni\nsliced tomato\nfresh basil\npizza seasoning or Italian seasoning\nOr whatever your favorite toppings are!\nSubstitutions & variations\nFlour:\nYou can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends.\nOil:\nI prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use\navocado oil\n*\nif that’s all that you have on hand.\nCrust:\nYou can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This\ngluten-free pizza crust recipe\nfrom my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like\ntortilla pizza\nor pita pizza.\nPizza Toppings\nThere are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas:\nHawaiian pizza\n: Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo!\nMargherita pizza\n: Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza.\nVeggie lovers\n: Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza.\nBuffalo chicken\n: Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing!\nBruschetta pizza\n: Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza.\nMeat lovers\n: Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza.\nTaco pizza\n: Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat,\nqueso\n, shredded lettuce, corn and\nsalsa\n.\nDessert pizza\n: YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with\ncinnamon sugar\n. Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more.\nAlso, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new\ndinner from leftovers\n?!\nPizza dough\nLet’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.)\nIn a\nstand mixer\n*\nor\nfood processor\n, thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand.\nWould you like to save this?\nWe'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week!\nMeanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved.\nPour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers.\nIf the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour.\nRoll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations.\nFold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes.\nAfter the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag.\nRefrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using.\nHow to make homemade pizza\nAllow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a\npizza stone\n*\ninside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a\nbaking sheet\n*\nor pizza pan — just don’t preheat it.\nOver a big piece of parchment paper on a\nbaking sheet\n*\n, stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper.\nAdd your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust.\nNext add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning.\nTransfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet.\nBake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool.\nWhen it comes out, add some more fresh basil,\nhot honey\n*\nor anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy!\nTips & tricks\nThis quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy:\nI prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together.\nIf your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\nUse your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful.\nFood & drink pairings\nWhile you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh\npizza dough breadsticks\nand marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides.\nSome\nair fryer mozzarella sticks\nand\nair fryer chicken wings\nare great to pair with pizza. Some\nshishito peppers\nwith\ngarlic aioli\nwould be a fun spicy appetizer. A\ncrunchy kale caesar salad\nwould be a perfect pairing too!\nFAQ\nWhat is the secret to good pizza dough?\nSalt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness!\nWhich cheese are good on homemade pizza?\nMozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more!\nMore party recipes\nBacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini\nSausage Balls\nCranberry Brie Bites\nWhipped Feta Dip\n— tried this recipe? —\nLeave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below\nto leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out!\nPizza Ingredients\n½\nrecipe pizza dough\n2-3\ntablespoons\nof flour\nor cornmeal\n1\ntablespoon\nolive oil\n1\ntablespoon\nminced garlic\n½\ncup\npizza sauce\n1\ncup\nshredded mozzarella cheese\n16\nslices\npepperoni\n½\nmedium tomato\nsliced\n16\nleaves\nfresh basil\n½\nteaspoon\npizza seasoning\nHomemade Pizza Dough\nIn a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined.\nAdd the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand.\nMeanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved.\nAdd the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle.\nRoll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place.\nDivide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it.\nHomemade Pizza\nLet the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning.\nPreheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it.\nSprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper.\nAdd pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings.\nTransfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.\nUse the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy!\nTips for making the dough\nDon’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine.\nI prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly.\nIf your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\nTips for making pizza\nUse gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges.\nDon’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all.\nIf a hole forms, pinch it back together.\nPizza toppings ideas: \npizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni,  olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple. \nMy go-to pizza:\nAdd a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you! \nHow to store dough:\nWrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it.\nLet the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza.\nThis recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough.\nSave this recipe for later\nWe’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you’ll get great new recipes each week!\nAs an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.\nServing:\n0.5\npizza\nCalories:\n468\nkcal\nCarbohydrates:\n72\ng\nProtein:\n11\ng\nFat:\n15\ng\nSaturated Fat:\n2\ng\nPolyunsaturated Fat:\n2\ng\nMonounsaturated Fat:\n10\ng\nSodium:\n1168\nmg\nPotassium:\n110\nmg\nFiber:\n3\ng\nSugar:\n9\ng\nVitamin A:\n2\nIU\nVitamin C:\n0.1\nmg\nCalcium:\n16\nmg\nIron:\n1\nmg\nPlease leave a comment on the blog or share a photo on Instagram with the hashtag\n#feastandwestrecipes\n!","attrs_markdown":"- [Skip to primary navigation](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#genesis-nav-primary)\n- [Skip to main content](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#genesis-content)\n- [Skip to primary sidebar](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#genesis-sidebar-primary)\n- [Skip to footer](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#genesis-footer-widgets)\n\n- [Start Here](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/start-here\/)\n- [About Feast + West](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/about\/)\n- [Resources](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/categories\/entertaining\/bar-basics\/)\n- [Subscribe](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/subscribe)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/contact\/)\n- [Work With Me](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/work-with-me\/)\n- [Shop](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/everything\/)\n\n[![Feast + West](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/logo.svg)](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/)\n\nFeast + West\n\nEasy, elegant entertaining: Recipes and tips for cocktails and party food\n\nMenu\n\n- [Spirits](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/)\n  Submenu\n  - 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We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.*\n\n5 from 1 vote\n\n![A teal plate with two slices of pepperoni pizza topped with basil leaves. Text above reads \"Quick & Easy! homemade pizza.\" The website \"FEASTANDWEST.COM\" is at the bottom.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/homemade-pizza-pin-2-150x150.jpg)\n\n![Close-up of a pepperoni and cheese pizza with green herbs on a white background. Text overlay reads \"The best homemade pizza. Easy homemade recipe. feastandwest.com\".](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/homemade-pizza-pin-1-150x150.jpg)\n\n![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with basil leaves on a turquoise plate, with the text \"quick diy pizza\" above.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/homemade-pizza-pin-3-150x150.jpg)\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#recipe)\n\n*With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again\\!*\n\n![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-pix.jpg)\n\nDISCLAIMER\n\n**\\*This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you. **All opinions are our own.** Please read our full [disclosure](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/disclosure-policy\/) for more information.**\n\ntable of contents\n\n[Toggle](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/)\n\n- [About this Homemade Pizza Recipe](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#about_this_homemade_pizza_recipe)\n- [Tools & equipment](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#tools_equipment)\n- [Ingredients](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#ingredients)\n- [Substitutions & variations](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#substitutions_variations)\n- [Pizza Toppings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#pizza_toppings)\n- [Pizza dough](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#pizza_dough)\n- [How to make homemade pizza](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#how_to_make_homemade_pizza)\n- [Tips & tricks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#tips_tricks)\n- [Food & drink pairings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#food_drink_pairings)\n- [FAQ](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#faq)\n- [More party recipes](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#more_party_recipes)\n- [Homemade Pizza](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#homemade_pizza)\n\nView moreView less\n## About this Homemade Pizza Recipe\nFridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe\\!\n\nOver the years, I have perfected my [quick pizza dough](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/quick-pizza-dough\/). So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night\\!\n\nThe best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home.\n\nPair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold [beerita](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/beerita-beer-margarita-recipe\/) to wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria.\n\n**More pizza recipes: [Pizza Pinwheels](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-pinwheels\/) • [Pizza Popcorn](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-popcorn\/) • [Pepperoni Pizza Dip](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/sausage-pepperoni-pizza-dip\/)**\n\n### Why you’ll love this recipe\nNow that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about:\n\n- When you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want.\n- Pizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests.\n- If you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you.\n\n![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with fresh basil on a blue plate, with extra basil leaves scattered around on a marble countertop.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-recipe-image.jpg)\n\n## Tools & equipment\nTo make the pizza dough, you’ll need a [stand mixer](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fnzn2C) \\* (ideally with the dough hook) or a [food processor](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper\/dp\/B01LZ6QN28?tag=fewe-20&ref_=as_li_ss_il). You’ll also need plenty of [parchment paper](https:\/\/amzn.to\/48JlHfP) \\* and some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag.\n\nI prefer to use a [kitchen scale](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4dJ8wMG) \\* to weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have.\n\nTo bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more [parchment paper](https:\/\/amzn.to\/48JlHfP) \\* and a [pizza stone](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza\/dp\/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \\* if you’d like.\n\n![Ingredients for bread making displayed separately: flour, hot water, olive oil, honey, yeast, and salt, each in individual bowls labeled accordingly on a white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-ingredients-photo-1.jpg)\n\n## Ingredients\nHere’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza\\!\n\n### Pizza dough ingredients\nIf you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need:\n\n- bread flour\n- active dry yeast\n- salt\n- olive oil (or any other light-tasting oil)\n- hot water\n- honey or [agave nectar](https:\/\/amzn.to\/47WsDFW) \\*\n### Pizza ingredients\nHere’s what I use to make my perfect pizza:\n\n- pizza dough\n- flour or cornmeal\n- olive oil\n- minced garlic\n- pizza sauce\n- shredded mozzarella cheese\n- pepperoni\n- sliced tomato\n- fresh basil\n- pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning\n\nOr whatever your favorite toppings are\\!\n\n## Substitutions & variations\n**Flour:** You can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends.\n\n**Oil:** I prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use [avocado oil](https:\/\/amzn.to\/47K4oLv) \\* if that’s all that you have on hand.\n\n**Crust:** You can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This [gluten-free pizza crust recipe](https:\/\/meaningfuleats.com\/the-best-gluten-free-pizza-crust\/) from my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like [tortilla pizza](https:\/\/thehonoursystem.com\/15-minute-marghareta-pizza-gluten-free\/) or pita pizza.\n\n![A pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves, with one slice partially removed, served in a black pan.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-img.jpg)\n\n## Pizza Toppings\nThere are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas:\n\n- **Hawaiian pizza**: Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo\\!\n- **Margherita pizza**: Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza.\n- **Veggie lovers**: Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza.\n- **Buffalo chicken**: Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing\\!\n- **[Bruschetta pizza](https:\/\/joyfullymad.com\/bruschetta-pizza\/)**: Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza.\n- **Meat lovers**: Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza.\n- **Taco pizza**: Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat, [queso](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/queso-fundido\/), shredded lettuce, corn and [salsa](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/tangy-peach-salsa\/).\n- **Dessert pizza**: YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with [cinnamon sugar](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/cinnamon-sugar\/). Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M\\&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more.\n\nAlso, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new [dinner from leftovers](https:\/\/bagelsandlasagna.com\/no-way-these-are-leftovers-theyre-delicious\/)?\\!\n\n## Pizza dough\nLet’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.)\n\nIn a [stand mixer](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fnzn2C) \\* or [food processor](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper\/dp\/B01LZ6QN28?crid=1YAX0SVIUD4FV&keywords=food+processor&qid=1679590254&sprefix=food+processor%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-4&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&linkCode=li2&tag=fewe-20&linkId=554023683f6e8f98b181611133e77c2d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il \"food processor\"), thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand.\n\n![Honey being poured from a dipper into a pyrex measuring cup on a white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-1-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A pyrex measuring cup filled with liquid, with a teal spoon resting inside, placed on a marble coaster on a light background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\n### Would you like to save this?\nWe'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week\\!\n\nMeanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved.\n\nPour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers.\n\nIf the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour.\n\n![A person kneading dough with their fingers on a surface covered with plastic wrap.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-3-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A person kneading a ball of dough with their hands on a white surface.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-4-683x1024.jpg)\n\nRoll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations.\n\n![A person kneading a thick, smooth dough on a white surface, with their fingers pressed into the dough.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-5-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Hands pressing down on a plastic-wrapped quick pizza dough on a white surface. The person is wearing a gold ring with a large stone.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-6-683x1024.jpg)\n\nFold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes.\n\n![A ball of raw dough on a white surface, with another wrapped in plastic in the background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-7-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A ball of dough on a floured sheet of parchment paper, ready for baking or cooking preparation.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-8-683x1024.jpg)\n\nAfter the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag.\n\n![A sealed plastic freezer bag labeled \"pizza dough\" with a date marked 5\/5, sitting against a clean, white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-11.jpg)\n\nRefrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using.\n\n## How to make homemade pizza\nAllow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a [pizza stone](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza\/dp\/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \\* inside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a [baking sheet](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DT15GW) \\* or pizza pan — just don’t preheat it.\n\n![A hand placing a ball of dough on a floured surface, ready for baking preparation.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-9-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A close-up of a hand kneading dough on a flour-dusted parchment paper.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-10-683x1024.jpg)\n\nOver a big piece of parchment paper on a [baking sheet](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DT15GW) \\*, stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper.\n\n![Olive oil being poured onto a round, flat dough on a parchment paper against a white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-1-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A person's hand spreading egg and sesame seeds on dough on a white surface.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\nAdd your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust.\n\n![A person spreading tomato sauce on a pizza base with a spoon, set on a parchment paper and cardboard background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-3-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![A person's hand sprinkling shredded cheese on a tomato-topped pizza dough.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-4-683x1024.jpg)\n\nNext add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning.\n\n![Uncooked pepperoni pizza with tomato sauce and shredded cheese, ready for baking.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-5-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Unbaked pizza with pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce on a parchment paper.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-step-6-683x1024.jpg)\n\nTransfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet.\n\nBake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool.\n\nWhen it comes out, add some more fresh basil, [hot honey](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4j3Fbj7) \\* or anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy\\!\n\n![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and fresh basil leaves on a black plate.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-picture.jpg)\n\n## Tips & tricks\nThis quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy:\n\n- I prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together.\n- If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\n- Use your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful.\n## Food & drink pairings\nWhile you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh [pizza dough breadsticks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-dough-breadsticks\/) and marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides.\n\nSome [air fryer mozzarella sticks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/air-fryer-mozzarella-sticks\/) and [air fryer chicken wings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/air-fryer-chicken-wings\/) are great to pair with pizza. Some [shishito peppers](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/shishito-peppers\/) with [garlic aioli](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/garlic-aioli\/) would be a fun spicy appetizer. A [crunchy kale caesar salad](https:\/\/www.nutmegnanny.com\/chopped-kale-caesar-salad\/) would be a perfect pairing too\\!\n\n![Two slices of pepperoni pizza on a blue plate garnished with fresh basil, on a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-recipe-photo.jpg)\n\n## FAQ\n**What is the secret to good pizza dough?**\n\nSalt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness\\!\n\n**Which cheese are good on homemade pizza?**\n\nMozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more\\!\n\n![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves in a black baking tray.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-photo.jpg)\n\n## More party recipes\n- [Bacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/fig-goat-cheese-bacon-honey-crostini\/)\n- [Sausage Balls](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/sausage-balls\/)\n- [Cranberry Brie Bites](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/cranberry-brie-bites\/)\n- [Whipped Feta Dip](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/whipped-feta-dip\/)\n\n![star icon](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/feastandwest-star-icon.png)\n\n— tried this recipe? —\n\n**Leave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below** to leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out\\!\n\n![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-pix-500x500.jpg)\n\n## Homemade Pizza\nYield:\n\n–\n\n\\+\n\nservings\n\nPrep Time: 10 minutes minutes\n\nCook Time: 10 minutes minutes\n\nResting Time: 20 minutes minutes\n\nTotal Time: 40 minutes minutes\n\nDid you know you can make pizza dough in 30 minutes? With this quick recipe, you can! Whip up a batch and make the best homemade pizza ever.\n\nOne recipe makes two 16-inch pizzas or four 8-inch pizzas. You can refrigerate or freeze extra dough for later.\n\n5 from 1 vote\n\n[Print](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wprm_print\/homemade-pizza) [Pin](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeastandwest.com%2Fhomemade-pizza%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Ffeastandwest.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fhomemade-pizza-pin-3.jpg&description=Turn+your+kitchen+into+an+Italian+pizzeria+in+no+time+with+this+quick+homemade+pizza+recipe.+Use+DIY+dough+and+whatever+toppings+you+want%21&is_video=false)\n\n### ingredients\n#### Pizza Dough Ingredients\n- 2 ¾ cups [bread flour](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/king-arthur-flour-unbleached-bread-flour-5lbs\/-\/A-14777576?aflt=plt)\n- 2 ½ teaspoons [active dry yeast](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/fleischmann-s-active-dry-yeast-4oz\/-\/A-14771430?aflt=plt) 1 packet\n- 2 teaspoons [salt](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/iodized-salt-26oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78140513?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- ¼ cup [olive oil](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- ¾ cup hot water plus more if needed\n- 2 tablespoons [honey](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/pure-clover-honey-12oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54436198?aflt=plt) or [agave nectar](https:\/\/amzn.to\/47WsDFW) \\*\n- 2-3 tablespoons 00 flour or cornmeal\n\n#### Pizza Ingredients\n- ½ recipe pizza dough\n- 2-3 tablespoons of flour or cornmeal\n- 1 tablespoon [olive oil](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- 1 tablespoon [minced garlic](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/spice-world-minced-garlic-8oz\/-\/A-13556562?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- ½ cup [pizza sauce](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/rao-39-s-homemade-pizza-sauce-12-3oz\/-\/A-89270562)\n- 1 cup [shredded mozzarella cheese](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/shredded-mozzarella-cheese-8oz-good-gather-8482\/-\/A-54337119&aflt=plt?aflt=plt)\n- 16 slices pepperoni\n- ½ medium tomato sliced\n- 16 leaves [fresh basil](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-basil-0-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-79495109?aflt=plt)\n- ½ teaspoon pizza seasoning\n\n[US Customary](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/) – [Metric](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/)\n\n### instructions\n#### Homemade Pizza Dough\n- In a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined.\n- Add the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand.\n- Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved.\n- Add the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle.\n- Roll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place.\n- Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it.\n\n#### Homemade Pizza\n- Let the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning.\n- Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it.\n- Sprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper.\n- Add pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings.\n- Transfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.\n- Use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy\\!\n\n### notes\n**Tips for making the dough**\n\n- Don’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine.\n- I prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly.\n- If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\n\n**Tips for making pizza**\n\n- Use gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges.\n- Don’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all.\n- If a hole forms, pinch it back together.\n\n**Pizza toppings ideas:** pizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple.\n\n**My go-to pizza:** Add a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you\\!\n\n**How to store dough:** Wrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Let the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza.\n\n*This recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough.*\n\n### Save this recipe for later\nWe’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! 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You're awesome for doing it\\!\n## Confirm Rating\n## Recipe Ratings without Comment\nSomething went wrong. Please try again.","attrs_readable_markdown":"*With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again\\!*\n\n![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-pix.jpg)\n\nDISCLAIMER\n\n**\\*This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you. **All opinions are our own.** Please read our full [disclosure](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/disclosure-policy\/) for more information.**\n\ntable of contents\n\n- [About this Homemade Pizza Recipe](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#about_this_homemade_pizza_recipe)\n- [Tools & equipment](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#tools_equipment)\n- [Ingredients](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#ingredients)\n- [Substitutions & variations](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#substitutions_variations)\n- [Pizza Toppings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#pizza_toppings)\n- [Pizza dough](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#pizza_dough)\n- [How to make homemade pizza](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#how_to_make_homemade_pizza)\n- [Tips & tricks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#tips_tricks)\n- [Food & drink pairings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#food_drink_pairings)\n- [FAQ](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#faq)\n- [More party recipes](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#more_party_recipes)\n- [Homemade Pizza](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/homemade-pizza\/#homemade_pizza)\n## About this Homemade Pizza Recipe\nFridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe\\!\n\nOver the years, I have perfected my [quick pizza dough](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/quick-pizza-dough\/). So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night\\!\n\nThe best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home.\n\nPair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold [beerita](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/beerita-beer-margarita-recipe\/) to wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria.\n\n**More pizza recipes: [Pizza Pinwheels](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-pinwheels\/) • [Pizza Popcorn](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-popcorn\/) • [Pepperoni Pizza Dip](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/sausage-pepperoni-pizza-dip\/)**\n\n### Why you’ll love this recipe\nNow that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about:\n\n- When you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want.\n- Pizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests.\n- If you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you.\n\n![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with fresh basil on a blue plate, with extra basil leaves scattered around on a marble countertop.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-recipe-image.jpg)\n\n## Tools & equipment\nTo make the pizza dough, you’ll need a [stand mixer](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fnzn2C) \\* (ideally with the dough hook) or a [food processor](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper\/dp\/B01LZ6QN28?tag=fewe-20&ref_=as_li_ss_il). You’ll also need plenty of [parchment paper](https:\/\/amzn.to\/48JlHfP) \\* and some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag.\n\nI prefer to use a [kitchen scale](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4dJ8wMG) \\* to weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have.\n\nTo bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more [parchment paper](https:\/\/amzn.to\/48JlHfP) \\* and a [pizza stone](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza\/dp\/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \\* if you’d like.\n\n![Ingredients for bread making displayed separately: flour, hot water, olive oil, honey, yeast, and salt, each in individual bowls labeled accordingly on a white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-ingredients-photo-1.jpg)\n\n## Ingredients\nHere’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza\\!\n\n### Pizza dough ingredients\nIf you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need:\n\n- bread flour\n- active dry yeast\n- salt\n- olive oil (or any other light-tasting oil)\n- hot water\n- honey or [agave nectar](https:\/\/amzn.to\/47WsDFW) \\*\n### Pizza ingredients\nHere’s what I use to make my perfect pizza:\n\n- pizza dough\n- flour or cornmeal\n- olive oil\n- minced garlic\n- pizza sauce\n- shredded mozzarella cheese\n- pepperoni\n- sliced tomato\n- fresh basil\n- pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning\n\nOr whatever your favorite toppings are\\!\n\n## Substitutions & variations\n**Flour:** You can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends.\n\n**Oil:** I prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use [avocado oil](https:\/\/amzn.to\/47K4oLv) \\* if that’s all that you have on hand.\n\n**Crust:** You can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This [gluten-free pizza crust recipe](https:\/\/meaningfuleats.com\/the-best-gluten-free-pizza-crust\/) from my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like [tortilla pizza](https:\/\/thehonoursystem.com\/15-minute-marghareta-pizza-gluten-free\/) or pita pizza.\n\n![A pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves, with one slice partially removed, served in a black pan.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-img.jpg)\n\n## Pizza Toppings\nThere are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas:\n\n- **Hawaiian pizza**: Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo\\!\n- **Margherita pizza**: Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza.\n- **Veggie lovers**: Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza.\n- **Buffalo chicken**: Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing\\!\n- **[Bruschetta pizza](https:\/\/joyfullymad.com\/bruschetta-pizza\/)**: Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza.\n- **Meat lovers**: Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza.\n- **Taco pizza**: Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat, [queso](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/queso-fundido\/), shredded lettuce, corn and [salsa](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/tangy-peach-salsa\/).\n- **Dessert pizza**: YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with [cinnamon sugar](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/cinnamon-sugar\/). Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M\\&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more.\n\nAlso, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new [dinner from leftovers](https:\/\/bagelsandlasagna.com\/no-way-these-are-leftovers-theyre-delicious\/)?\\!\n\n## Pizza dough\nLet’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.)\n\nIn a [stand mixer](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fnzn2C) \\* or [food processor](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper\/dp\/B01LZ6QN28?crid=1YAX0SVIUD4FV&keywords=food+processor&qid=1679590254&sprefix=food+processor%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-4&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&linkCode=li2&tag=fewe-20&linkId=554023683f6e8f98b181611133e77c2d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il \"food processor\"), thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand.\n\n### Would you like to save this?\nWe'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week\\!\n\nMeanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved.\n\nPour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers.\n\nIf the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour.\n\nRoll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations.\n\nFold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes.\n\nAfter the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag.\n\n![A sealed plastic freezer bag labeled \"pizza dough\" with a date marked 5\/5, sitting against a clean, white background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-11.jpg)\n\nRefrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using.\n\n## How to make homemade pizza\nAllow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a [pizza stone](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza\/dp\/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \\* inside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a [baking sheet](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DT15GW) \\* or pizza pan — just don’t preheat it.\n\nOver a big piece of parchment paper on a [baking sheet](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DT15GW) \\*, stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper.\n\nAdd your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust.\n\nNext add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning.\n\nTransfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet.\n\nBake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool.\n\nWhen it comes out, add some more fresh basil, [hot honey](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4j3Fbj7) \\* or anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy\\!\n\n![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and fresh basil leaves on a black plate.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-picture.jpg)\n\n## Tips & tricks\nThis quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy:\n\n- I prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together.\n- If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\n- Use your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful.\n## Food & drink pairings\nWhile you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh [pizza dough breadsticks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/pizza-dough-breadsticks\/) and marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides.\n\nSome [air fryer mozzarella sticks](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/air-fryer-mozzarella-sticks\/) and [air fryer chicken wings](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/air-fryer-chicken-wings\/) are great to pair with pizza. Some [shishito peppers](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/shishito-peppers\/) with [garlic aioli](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/garlic-aioli\/) would be a fun spicy appetizer. A [crunchy kale caesar salad](https:\/\/www.nutmegnanny.com\/chopped-kale-caesar-salad\/) would be a perfect pairing too\\!\n\n![Two slices of pepperoni pizza on a blue plate garnished with fresh basil, on a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-recipe-photo.jpg)\n\n## FAQ\n**What is the secret to good pizza dough?**\n\nSalt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness\\!\n\n**Which cheese are good on homemade pizza?**\n\nMozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more\\!\n\n![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves in a black baking tray.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-photo-photo.jpg)\n\n## More party recipes\n- [Bacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/fig-goat-cheese-bacon-honey-crostini\/)\n- [Sausage Balls](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/sausage-balls\/)\n- [Cranberry Brie Bites](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/cranberry-brie-bites\/)\n- [Whipped Feta Dip](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/whipped-feta-dip\/)\n\n![star icon](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/feastandwest-star-icon.png)\n\n— tried this recipe? —\n\n**Leave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below** to leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out\\!\n\n![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https:\/\/feastandwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/homemade-pizza-pix-500x500.jpg)\n\n#### Pizza Ingredients\n- ½ recipe pizza dough\n- 2-3 tablespoons of flour or cornmeal\n- 1 tablespoon [olive oil](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- 1 tablespoon [minced garlic](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/spice-world-minced-garlic-8oz\/-\/A-13556562?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab)\n- ½ cup [pizza sauce](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/rao-39-s-homemade-pizza-sauce-12-3oz\/-\/A-89270562)\n- 1 cup [shredded mozzarella cheese](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/shredded-mozzarella-cheese-8oz-good-gather-8482\/-\/A-54337119&aflt=plt?aflt=plt)\n- 16 slices pepperoni\n- ½ medium tomato sliced\n- 16 leaves [fresh basil](https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-basil-0-5oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-79495109?aflt=plt)\n- ½ teaspoon pizza seasoning\n\n#### Homemade Pizza Dough\n- In a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined.\n- Add the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand.\n- Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved.\n- Add the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle.\n- Roll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place.\n- Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it.\n\n#### Homemade Pizza\n- Let the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning.\n- Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it.\n- Sprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper.\n- Add pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings.\n- Transfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.\n- Use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy\\!\n\n**Tips for making the dough**\n\n- Don’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine.\n- I prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly.\n- If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly.\n\n**Tips for making pizza**\n\n- Use gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges.\n- Don’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all.\n- If a hole forms, pinch it back together.\n\n**Pizza toppings ideas:** pizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple.\n\n**My go-to pizza:** Add a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you\\!\n\n**How to store dough:** Wrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Let the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza.\n\n*This recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough.*\n\n### Save this recipe for later\nWe’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! 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Boilerpipe Text	With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again! DISCLAIMER This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you. All opinions are our own. Please read our full disclosure for more information. table of contents About this Homemade Pizza Recipe Tools & equipment Ingredients Substitutions & variations Pizza Toppings Pizza dough How to make homemade pizza Tips & tricks Food & drink pairings FAQ More party recipes Homemade Pizza About this Homemade Pizza Recipe Fridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe! Over the years, I have perfected my quick pizza dough . So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night! The best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home. Pair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold beerita to wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria. More pizza recipes: Pizza Pinwheels • Pizza Popcorn • Pepperoni Pizza Dip Why you’ll love this recipe Now that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about: When you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want. Pizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests. If you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you. Tools & equipment To make the pizza dough, you’ll need a stand mixer (ideally with the dough hook) or a food processor . You’ll also need plenty of parchment paper * and some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag. I prefer to use a kitchen scale * to weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have. To bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more parchment paper * and a pizza stone * if you’d like. Ingredients Here’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza! Pizza dough ingredients If you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need: bread flour active dry yeast salt olive oil (or any other light-tasting oil) hot water honey or agave nectar * Pizza ingredients Here’s what I use to make my perfect pizza: pizza dough flour or cornmeal olive oil minced garlic pizza sauce shredded mozzarella cheese pepperoni sliced tomato fresh basil pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning Or whatever your favorite toppings are! Substitutions & variations Flour: You can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends. Oil: I prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use avocado oil * if that’s all that you have on hand. Crust: You can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This gluten-free pizza crust recipe from my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like tortilla pizza or pita pizza. Pizza Toppings There are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas: Hawaiian pizza : Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo! Margherita pizza : Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza. Veggie lovers : Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza. Buffalo chicken : Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing! Bruschetta pizza : Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza. Meat lovers : Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza. Taco pizza : Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat, queso , shredded lettuce, corn and salsa . Dessert pizza : YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with cinnamon sugar . Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more. Also, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new dinner from leftovers ?! Pizza dough Let’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.) In a stand mixer * or food processor , thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand. Would you like to save this? We'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week! Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved. Pour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers. If the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour. Roll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes. After the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag. Refrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using. How to make homemade pizza Allow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone * inside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a baking sheet * or pizza pan — just don’t preheat it. Over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet * , stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper. Add your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust. Next add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. Transfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet. Bake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool. When it comes out, add some more fresh basil, hot honey * or anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy! Tips & tricks This quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy: I prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together. If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. Use your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful. Food & drink pairings While you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh pizza dough breadsticks and marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides. Some air fryer mozzarella sticks and air fryer chicken wings are great to pair with pizza. Some shishito peppers with garlic aioli would be a fun spicy appetizer. A crunchy kale caesar salad would be a perfect pairing too! FAQ What is the secret to good pizza dough? Salt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness! Which cheese are good on homemade pizza? Mozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more! More party recipes Bacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini Sausage Balls Cranberry Brie Bites Whipped Feta Dip — tried this recipe? — Leave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below to leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out! Pizza Ingredients ½ recipe pizza dough 2-3 tablespoons of flour or cornmeal 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic ½ cup pizza sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 16 slices pepperoni ½ medium tomato sliced 16 leaves fresh basil ½ teaspoon pizza seasoning Homemade Pizza Dough In a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined. Add the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand. Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved. Add the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle. Roll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place. Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Homemade Pizza Let the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning. Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it. Sprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper. Add pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings. Transfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy! Tips for making the dough Don’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine. I prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly. If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. Tips for making pizza Use gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all. If a hole forms, pinch it back together. Pizza toppings ideas: pizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple. My go-to pizza: Add a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you! How to store dough: Wrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Let the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza. This recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough. Save this recipe for later We’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you’ll get great new recipes each week! As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. Serving: 0.5 pizza Calories: 468 kcal Carbohydrates: 72 g Protein: 11 g Fat: 15 g Saturated Fat: 2 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g Sodium: 1168 mg Potassium: 110 mg Fiber: 3 g Sugar: 9 g Vitamin A: 2 IU Vitamin C: 0.1 mg Calcium: 16 mg Iron: 1 mg Please leave a comment on the blog or share a photo on Instagram with the hashtag #feastandwestrecipes !
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We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. 5 from 1 vote ![A teal plate with two slices of pepperoni pizza topped with basil leaves. Text above reads "Quick & Easy! homemade pizza." The website "FEASTANDWEST.COM" is at the bottom.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/homemade-pizza-pin-2-150x150.jpg) ![Close-up of a pepperoni and cheese pizza with green herbs on a white background. Text overlay reads "The best homemade pizza. Easy homemade recipe. feastandwest.com".](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/homemade-pizza-pin-1-150x150.jpg) ![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with basil leaves on a turquoise plate, with the text "quick diy pizza" above.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/homemade-pizza-pin-3-150x150.jpg) [Jump to Recipe](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#recipe) With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again\! ![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-pix.jpg) DISCLAIMER *\This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you. All opinions are our own. Please read our full [disclosure](https://feastandwest.com/disclosure-policy/) for more information. table of contents [Toggle](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/) - [About this Homemade Pizza Recipe](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#about_this_homemade_pizza_recipe) - [Tools & equipment](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#tools_equipment) - [Ingredients](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#ingredients) - [Substitutions & variations](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#substitutions_variations) - [Pizza Toppings](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#pizza_toppings) - [Pizza dough](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#pizza_dough) - [How to make homemade pizza](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#how_to_make_homemade_pizza) - [Tips & tricks](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#tips_tricks) - [Food & drink pairings](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#food_drink_pairings) - [FAQ](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#faq) - [More party recipes](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#more_party_recipes) - [Homemade Pizza](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#homemade_pizza) View moreView less ## About this Homemade Pizza Recipe Fridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe\! Over the years, I have perfected my [quick pizza dough](https://feastandwest.com/quick-pizza-dough/). So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night\! The best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home. Pair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold [beerita](https://feastandwest.com/beerita-beer-margarita-recipe/) to wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria. More pizza recipes: [Pizza Pinwheels](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-pinwheels/) • [Pizza Popcorn](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-popcorn/) • [Pepperoni Pizza Dip](https://feastandwest.com/sausage-pepperoni-pizza-dip/)** ### Why you’ll love this recipe Now that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about: - When you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want. - Pizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests. - If you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you. ![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with fresh basil on a blue plate, with extra basil leaves scattered around on a marble countertop.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-recipe-image.jpg) ## Tools & equipment To make the pizza dough, you’ll need a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/4fnzn2C) \* (ideally with the dough hook) or a [food processor](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper/dp/B01LZ6QN28?tag=fewe-20&ref_=as_li_ss_il). You’ll also need plenty of [parchment paper](https://amzn.to/48JlHfP) \* and some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag. I prefer to use a [kitchen scale](https://amzn.to/4dJ8wMG) \* to weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have. To bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more [parchment paper](https://amzn.to/48JlHfP) \* and a [pizza stone](https://www.amazon.com/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza/dp/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \* if you’d like. ![Ingredients for bread making displayed separately: flour, hot water, olive oil, honey, yeast, and salt, each in individual bowls labeled accordingly on a white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-ingredients-photo-1.jpg) ## Ingredients Here’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza\! ### Pizza dough ingredients If you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need: - bread flour - active dry yeast - salt - olive oil (or any other light-tasting oil) - hot water - honey or [agave nectar](https://amzn.to/47WsDFW) \* ### Pizza ingredients Here’s what I use to make my perfect pizza: - pizza dough - flour or cornmeal - olive oil - minced garlic - pizza sauce - shredded mozzarella cheese - pepperoni - sliced tomato - fresh basil - pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning Or whatever your favorite toppings are\! ## Substitutions & variations Flour: You can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends. Oil: I prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use [avocado oil](https://amzn.to/47K4oLv) \* if that’s all that you have on hand. Crust: You can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This [gluten-free pizza crust recipe](https://meaningfuleats.com/the-best-gluten-free-pizza-crust/) from my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like [tortilla pizza](https://thehonoursystem.com/15-minute-marghareta-pizza-gluten-free/) or pita pizza. ![A pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves, with one slice partially removed, served in a black pan.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-img.jpg) ## Pizza Toppings There are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas: - Hawaiian pizza: Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo\! - Margherita pizza: Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza. - Veggie lovers: Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza. - Buffalo chicken: Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing\! - [Bruschetta pizza](https://joyfullymad.com/bruschetta-pizza/): Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza. - Meat lovers: Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza. - Taco pizza: Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat, [queso](https://feastandwest.com/queso-fundido/), shredded lettuce, corn and [salsa](https://feastandwest.com/tangy-peach-salsa/). - Dessert pizza: YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with [cinnamon sugar](https://feastandwest.com/cinnamon-sugar/). Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M\&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more. Also, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new [dinner from leftovers](https://bagelsandlasagna.com/no-way-these-are-leftovers-theyre-delicious/)?\! ## Pizza dough Let’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.) In a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/4fnzn2C) \* or [food processor](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper/dp/B01LZ6QN28?crid=1YAX0SVIUD4FV&keywords=food+processor&qid=1679590254&sprefix=food+processor%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-4&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&linkCode=li2&tag=fewe-20&linkId=554023683f6e8f98b181611133e77c2d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il "food processor"), thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand. ![Honey being poured from a dipper into a pyrex measuring cup on a white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-1-683x1024.jpg) ![A pyrex measuring cup filled with liquid, with a teal spoon resting inside, placed on a marble coaster on a light background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-2-683x1024.jpg) ### Would you like to save this? We'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week\! Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved. Pour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers. If the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour. ![A person kneading dough with their fingers on a surface covered with plastic wrap.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-3-683x1024.jpg) ![A person kneading a ball of dough with their hands on a white surface.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-4-683x1024.jpg) Roll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations. ![A person kneading a thick, smooth dough on a white surface, with their fingers pressed into the dough.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-5-683x1024.jpg) ![Hands pressing down on a plastic-wrapped quick pizza dough on a white surface. The person is wearing a gold ring with a large stone.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-6-683x1024.jpg) Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes. ![A ball of raw dough on a white surface, with another wrapped in plastic in the background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-7-683x1024.jpg) ![A ball of dough on a floured sheet of parchment paper, ready for baking or cooking preparation.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-8-683x1024.jpg) After the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag. ![A sealed plastic freezer bag labeled "pizza dough" with a date marked 5/5, sitting against a clean, white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-11.jpg) Refrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using. ## How to make homemade pizza Allow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a [pizza stone](https://www.amazon.com/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza/dp/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \* inside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a [baking sheet](https://amzn.to/3DT15GW) \* or pizza pan — just don’t preheat it. ![A hand placing a ball of dough on a floured surface, ready for baking preparation.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-9-683x1024.jpg) ![A close-up of a hand kneading dough on a flour-dusted parchment paper.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-10-683x1024.jpg) Over a big piece of parchment paper on a [baking sheet](https://amzn.to/3DT15GW) \, stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper. ![Olive oil being poured onto a round, flat dough on a parchment paper against a white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-1-683x1024.jpg) ![A person's hand spreading egg and sesame seeds on dough on a white surface.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-2-683x1024.jpg) Add your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust. ![A person spreading tomato sauce on a pizza base with a spoon, set on a parchment paper and cardboard background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-3-683x1024.jpg) ![A person's hand sprinkling shredded cheese on a tomato-topped pizza dough.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-4-683x1024.jpg) Next add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. ![Uncooked pepperoni pizza with tomato sauce and shredded cheese, ready for baking.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-5-683x1024.jpg) ![Unbaked pizza with pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce on a parchment paper.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-step-6-683x1024.jpg) Transfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet. Bake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool. When it comes out, add some more fresh basil, [hot honey](https://amzn.to/4j3Fbj7) \ or anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy\! ![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and fresh basil leaves on a black plate.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-picture.jpg) ## Tips & tricks This quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy: - I prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together. - If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. - Use your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful. ## Food & drink pairings While you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh [pizza dough breadsticks](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-dough-breadsticks/) and marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides. Some [air fryer mozzarella sticks](https://feastandwest.com/air-fryer-mozzarella-sticks/) and [air fryer chicken wings](https://feastandwest.com/air-fryer-chicken-wings/) are great to pair with pizza. Some [shishito peppers](https://feastandwest.com/shishito-peppers/) with [garlic aioli](https://feastandwest.com/garlic-aioli/) would be a fun spicy appetizer. A [crunchy kale caesar salad](https://www.nutmegnanny.com/chopped-kale-caesar-salad/) would be a perfect pairing too\! ![Two slices of pepperoni pizza on a blue plate garnished with fresh basil, on a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-recipe-photo.jpg) ## FAQ What is the secret to good pizza dough? Salt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness\! Which cheese are good on homemade pizza? Mozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more\! ![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves in a black baking tray.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-photo.jpg) ## More party recipes - [Bacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini](https://feastandwest.com/fig-goat-cheese-bacon-honey-crostini/) - [Sausage Balls](https://feastandwest.com/sausage-balls/) - [Cranberry Brie Bites](https://feastandwest.com/cranberry-brie-bites/) - [Whipped Feta Dip](https://feastandwest.com/whipped-feta-dip/) ![star icon](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/feastandwest-star-icon.png) — tried this recipe? — Leave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below to leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out\! ![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-pix-500x500.jpg) ## Homemade Pizza Yield: – \+ servings Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes Resting Time: 20 minutes minutes Total Time: 40 minutes minutes Did you know you can make pizza dough in 30 minutes? With this quick recipe, you can! Whip up a batch and make the best homemade pizza ever. One recipe makes two 16-inch pizzas or four 8-inch pizzas. You can refrigerate or freeze extra dough for later. 5 from 1 vote [Print](https://feastandwest.com/wprm_print/homemade-pizza) [Pin](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeastandwest.com%2Fhomemade-pizza%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Ffeastandwest.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fhomemade-pizza-pin-3.jpg&description=Turn+your+kitchen+into+an+Italian+pizzeria+in+no+time+with+this+quick+homemade+pizza+recipe.+Use+DIY+dough+and+whatever+toppings+you+want%21&is_video=false) ### ingredients #### Pizza Dough Ingredients - 2 ¾ cups [bread flour](https://www.target.com/p/king-arthur-flour-unbleached-bread-flour-5lbs/-/A-14777576?aflt=plt) - 2 ½ teaspoons [active dry yeast](https://www.target.com/p/fleischmann-s-active-dry-yeast-4oz/-/A-14771430?aflt=plt) 1 packet - 2 teaspoons [salt](https://www.target.com/p/iodized-salt-26oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-78140513?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - ¼ cup [olive oil](https://www.target.com/p/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - ¾ cup hot water plus more if needed - 2 tablespoons [honey](https://www.target.com/p/pure-clover-honey-12oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-54436198?aflt=plt) or [agave nectar](https://amzn.to/47WsDFW) \* - 2-3 tablespoons 00 flour or cornmeal #### Pizza Ingredients - ½ recipe pizza dough - 2-3 tablespoons of flour or cornmeal - 1 tablespoon [olive oil](https://www.target.com/p/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - 1 tablespoon [minced garlic](https://www.target.com/p/spice-world-minced-garlic-8oz/-/A-13556562?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - ½ cup [pizza sauce](https://www.target.com/p/rao-39-s-homemade-pizza-sauce-12-3oz/-/A-89270562) - 1 cup [shredded mozzarella cheese](https://www.target.com/p/shredded-mozzarella-cheese-8oz-good-gather-8482/-/A-54337119&aflt=plt?aflt=plt) - 16 slices pepperoni - ½ medium tomato sliced - 16 leaves [fresh basil](https://www.target.com/p/organic-basil-0-5oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-79495109?aflt=plt) - ½ teaspoon pizza seasoning [US Customary](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/) – [Metric](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/) ### instructions #### Homemade Pizza Dough - In a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined. - Add the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand. - Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved. - Add the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle. - Roll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place. - Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. #### Homemade Pizza - Let the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning. - Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it. - Sprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper. - Add pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings. - Transfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. - Use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy\! ### notes Tips for making the dough - Don’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine. - I prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly. - If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. Tips for making pizza - Use gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges. - Don’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all. - If a hole forms, pinch it back together. Pizza toppings ideas: pizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple. My go-to pizza: Add a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you\! How to store dough: Wrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Let the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza. This recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough. ### Save this recipe for later We’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you’ll get great new recipes each week\! ### recommended products As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. 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Readable Markdown	With my easy pizza dough recipe, you can make the most delicious homemade pizza ever. Friday night pizza night will never be the same again\! ![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-pix.jpg) DISCLAIMER *\This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Feast + West may receive commissions for purchases made through those links — at no cost to you. All opinions are our own. Please read our full [disclosure](https://feastandwest.com/disclosure-policy/) for more information. table of contents - [About this Homemade Pizza Recipe](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#about_this_homemade_pizza_recipe) - [Tools & equipment](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#tools_equipment) - [Ingredients](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#ingredients) - [Substitutions & variations](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#substitutions_variations) - [Pizza Toppings](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#pizza_toppings) - [Pizza dough](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#pizza_dough) - [How to make homemade pizza](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#how_to_make_homemade_pizza) - [Tips & tricks](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#tips_tricks) - [Food & drink pairings](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#food_drink_pairings) - [FAQ](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#faq) - [More party recipes](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#more_party_recipes) - [Homemade Pizza](https://feastandwest.com/homemade-pizza/#homemade_pizza) ## About this Homemade Pizza Recipe Fridays just call for pizza for dinner — anybody with me? But I’m not talking about cardboard flavored frozen pizza, or delivery pizza with a million different ingredients. Nope, my favorite Friday pizza night is with the homemade pizza recipe\! Over the years, I have perfected my [quick pizza dough](https://feastandwest.com/quick-pizza-dough/). So, I love to make a few batches ahead of time and then freeze it for later. Then I just let it thaw and voila, we have fresh dough ready for pizza night\! The best part about making your own pizza is that you can add as many toppings as you want and no one will judge you. You can even make really weird combos (I’m looking at you anchovy lovers) in the comfort of your own home. Pair your ooey gooey pizza with an ice cold [beerita](https://feastandwest.com/beerita-beer-margarita-recipe/) to wind down from a long week. Trust me, you won’t regret making fresh homemade pizza. It’s irresistibly delicious and you’ll make a lot of memories turning your home kitchen into a pizzaria. More pizza recipes: [Pizza Pinwheels](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-pinwheels/) • [Pizza Popcorn](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-popcorn/) • [Pepperoni Pizza Dip](https://feastandwest.com/sausage-pepperoni-pizza-dip/)** ### Why you’ll love this recipe Now that I have a super easy and incredibly tasty pizza recipe, I truly don’t see the need to buy delivery anymore. Once you give this recipe a try, you’ll understand what I’m talking about: - When you make homemade pizza there are endless combinations of toppings to discover! Really, you can use whatever you want. - Pizza is a great party food. Make a whole bunch of pies, slice them up, and in no time you will have plenty of food to feed all of your guests. - If you have dietary restrictions, making your own pizza is a great way to ensure there is no cross contamination and all ingredients are safe for you. ![Two slices of pepperoni pizza with fresh basil on a blue plate, with extra basil leaves scattered around on a marble countertop.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-recipe-image.jpg) ## Tools & equipment To make the pizza dough, you’ll need a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/4fnzn2C) \* (ideally with the dough hook) or a [food processor](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper/dp/B01LZ6QN28?tag=fewe-20&ref_=as_li_ss_il). You’ll also need plenty of [parchment paper](https://amzn.to/48JlHfP) \* and some plastic wrap or a ziptop bag. I prefer to use a [kitchen scale](https://amzn.to/4dJ8wMG) \* to weigh the ingredients and get the ratio just right, but you can use measuring cups if that’s what you have. To bake the pizza, make sure you’ve got baking sheets, more [parchment paper](https://amzn.to/48JlHfP) \* and a [pizza stone](https://www.amazon.com/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza/dp/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \* if you’d like. ![Ingredients for bread making displayed separately: flour, hot water, olive oil, honey, yeast, and salt, each in individual bowls labeled accordingly on a white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-ingredients-photo-1.jpg) ## Ingredients Here’s what you need for the best ever homemade pizza\! ### Pizza dough ingredients If you are making my homemade pizza dough recipe for your pizza, then make sure you’ve got all of the ingredients on hand. Here’s what you need: - bread flour - active dry yeast - salt - olive oil (or any other light-tasting oil) - hot water - honey or [agave nectar](https://amzn.to/47WsDFW) \* ### Pizza ingredients Here’s what I use to make my perfect pizza: - pizza dough - flour or cornmeal - olive oil - minced garlic - pizza sauce - shredded mozzarella cheese - pepperoni - sliced tomato - fresh basil - pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning Or whatever your favorite toppings are\! ## Substitutions & variations Flour: You can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour it needed. However, the dough may not be as fluffy — but it will still taste great. I’ve not tried this with gluten-free flour blends. Oil: I prefer the flavor of extra virgin olive oil in homemade pizza dough, but you can also use [avocado oil](https://amzn.to/47K4oLv) \* if that’s all that you have on hand. Crust: You can absolutely use store bought pizza dough or pre-made pizza crust instead of making your own. Or add some chopped fresh herbs to the crust for a pretty and flavorful addition. This [gluten-free pizza crust recipe](https://meaningfuleats.com/the-best-gluten-free-pizza-crust/) from my friend Erin is a winner if you need to make that adjustment. You can also make pizza on already baked bread, like [tortilla pizza](https://thehonoursystem.com/15-minute-marghareta-pizza-gluten-free/) or pita pizza. ![A pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves, with one slice partially removed, served in a black pan.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-img.jpg) ## Pizza Toppings There are so many delicious toppings that you can put on pizza. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of pizza because of the fun flavor combinations that you can create. A few fun ideas: - Hawaiian pizza: Use some pineapple and ham as a savory, sweet, and tangy combo\! - Margherita pizza: Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil are classic for margherita pizza. - Veggie lovers: Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, onions, and roasted cauliflower are all great options for veggie pizza. - Buffalo chicken: Dice up some grilled chicken or even shred some chicken. Then use a tasty buffalo sauce drizzle and maybe even some ranch dressing\! - [Bruschetta pizza](https://joyfullymad.com/bruschetta-pizza/): Top your fresh pizza crust with mozzarella, basil, ripe cherry tomatoes, and some balsamic glaze for an easy bruschetta pizza. - Meat lovers: Toppings like bacon, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and diced ham are all hearty options for a meat lovers pizza. - Taco pizza: Shake up taco Tuesday and make a pizza with toppings like ground beef taco meat, [queso](https://feastandwest.com/queso-fundido/), shredded lettuce, corn and [salsa](https://feastandwest.com/tangy-peach-salsa/). - Dessert pizza: YES, you can make dessert pizza. Bake the crust first — you can even dust the edges with [cinnamon sugar](https://feastandwest.com/cinnamon-sugar/). Use chocolate fudge sauce as the base, and then add fun toppings like marshmallow fluff, M\&Ms, chocolate chips, sprinkles, whipped cream, and so much more. Also, you don’t have to make a themed pizza! Throw on some leftover meatballs or veggies. Who doesn’t love a new [dinner from leftovers](https://bagelsandlasagna.com/no-way-these-are-leftovers-theyre-delicious/)?\! ## Pizza dough Let’s make some pizza dough! (If you aren’t making homemade pizza dough then you can skip down to the instructions on how to make homemade pizza.) In a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/4fnzn2C) \* or [food processor](https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFC3516IC-3-5-Food-Chopper/dp/B01LZ6QN28?crid=1YAX0SVIUD4FV&keywords=food+processor&qid=1679590254&sprefix=food+processor%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-4&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&linkCode=li2&tag=fewe-20&linkId=554023683f6e8f98b181611133e77c2d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_il "food processor"), thoroughly combine flour, yeast and salt. Then add the olive oil and mix together until the texture of the ingredients resembles sand. ### Would you like to save this? We'll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you'll get great new recipes each week\! Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave until warm. Be careful not tolet it boil, but make sure it’s not just lukewarm either. Then add the honey and then stir until fully dissolved. Pour the water into the dry ingredients in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until the dough forms a ball. It should be sticky, but not too sticky that it sticks to your fingers. If the dough is too dry, add ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it’s too wet or sticky, add a sprinkle of flour. Roll out a piece of plastic wrap onto a clean surface, or use a large cutting board. Place the dough ball onto the work surface and flatten it out into a rectangle. Then use your fingers to make indentations. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Then repeat the indentations, and fold over the other third. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or place it into a zip-top plastic bag. Set it aside to rise for 20 minutes. After the 20 minutes have passed, divide the dough into two pieces and roll each into a ball. You can use both doughs immediately, or wrap in more plastic wrap or place into a bag. ![A sealed plastic freezer bag labeled "pizza dough" with a date marked 5/5, sitting against a clean, white background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quick-pizza-dough-photo-step-11.jpg) Refrigerate dough and use within 3 days, or freeze it for up to 6 months. Thaw the pizza dough in the fridge overnight before using. ## How to make homemade pizza Allow the dough to come to room temperature on the counter top for 20 minutes. Then preheat your oven to 550°F (290°F) with a [pizza stone](https://www.amazon.com/Old-Stone-Oven-Round-Pizza/dp/B07ZV3NPR7?crid=26OTYU7DY4XSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CO236bbq-P3ry34RanONc1OyYzHpsZuGyfSFI3c19kw0UUPk3lNIISMurP7P881gexaQJFv219JCkjUoJXM02mIQW5wa7A6XvH1mIHmPfOwAECprkPY2IcnPnZjAKIQTi1GMl2Ndnps40Lq23ZODE-JyNS_a_jIEP3euAr5KJ3UWm7rHFbiB4d9jvqvIOg_jg1gJibo_70Tom6vPU8__Ittf3tzVOgjQ18RBSmJboxE.N97iDYHhwweJJiMHYxZMjyNPohisTA8RHjSLSTCLsKQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=pizza%2Bstone%2Bround&qid=1748370613&sprefix=pizza%2Bstone%2Broun%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=fewe-20&linkId=3e6aa7407c65e5178d310af7c6ef3133&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) \* inside. If you do not have a pizza stone, you can use a [baking sheet](https://amzn.to/3DT15GW) \* or pizza pan — just don’t preheat it. Over a big piece of parchment paper on a [baking sheet](https://amzn.to/3DT15GW) \, stretch out the homemade pizza dough into a large circle. Place the dough in the center of the parchment paper. Add your favorite pizza toppings. I love to do a drizzle of olive oil and some minced garlic, then rub it all over the crust. Next add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. Transfer the parchment holding the pizza to the preheated pizza stone, or a baking sheet. Bake for 6 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Then use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the previous baking sheet and let it rest for a few minutes to cool. When it comes out, add some more fresh basil, [hot honey](https://amzn.to/4j3Fbj7) \ or anything else you like to add. Then slice and enjoy\! ![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and fresh basil leaves on a black plate.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-picture.jpg) ## Tips & tricks This quick recipe is really easy to make, but here’s a few tips and tricks to ensure that it’s super easy: - I prefer to use gravity to help me stretch the dough, slowly working my hands around the edges. Don’t stress about making it perfect, it’s okay if it is uneven! And if a hole forms, you can pinch it back together. - If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to proof in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. - Use your favorite toppings! Improvise! Pizza night should be fun and not stressful. ## Food & drink pairings While you can serve pizza all on its own, there are some tasty sides to pair with it too. Fresh [pizza dough breadsticks](https://feastandwest.com/pizza-dough-breadsticks/) and marinara sauce are one of my favorite sides. Some [air fryer mozzarella sticks](https://feastandwest.com/air-fryer-mozzarella-sticks/) and [air fryer chicken wings](https://feastandwest.com/air-fryer-chicken-wings/) are great to pair with pizza. Some [shishito peppers](https://feastandwest.com/shishito-peppers/) with [garlic aioli](https://feastandwest.com/garlic-aioli/) would be a fun spicy appetizer. A [crunchy kale caesar salad](https://www.nutmegnanny.com/chopped-kale-caesar-salad/) would be a perfect pairing too\! ![Two slices of pepperoni pizza on a blue plate garnished with fresh basil, on a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-recipe-photo.jpg) ## FAQ What is the secret to good pizza dough? Salt in the dough is key to make a good crust flavor and texture. My personal secret ingredient is sweetening the dough with honey. It adds the perfect touch of sweetness\! Which cheese are good on homemade pizza? Mozzarella is a classic option, but you can also use parmesan cheese, provolone, gorgonzola, and so much more\! ![Close-up of a pepperoni pizza with melted cheese and basil leaves in a black baking tray.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-photo-photo.jpg) ## More party recipes - [Bacon, Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini](https://feastandwest.com/fig-goat-cheese-bacon-honey-crostini/) - [Sausage Balls](https://feastandwest.com/sausage-balls/) - [Cranberry Brie Bites](https://feastandwest.com/cranberry-brie-bites/) - [Whipped Feta Dip](https://feastandwest.com/whipped-feta-dip/) ![star icon](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/feastandwest-star-icon.png) — tried this recipe? — Leave a comment or tap the ★★★★★ below to leave a rating — it helps others and supports our work. We love hearing how it turned out\! ![Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and basil leaves on a blue plate, with a white marble background.](https://feastandwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/homemade-pizza-pix-500x500.jpg) #### Pizza Ingredients - ½ recipe pizza dough - 2-3 tablespoons of flour or cornmeal - 1 tablespoon [olive oil](https://www.target.com/p/pure-olive-oil-25-5oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-77600361?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - 1 tablespoon [minced garlic](https://www.target.com/p/spice-world-minced-garlic-8oz/-/A-13556562?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab) - ½ cup [pizza sauce](https://www.target.com/p/rao-39-s-homemade-pizza-sauce-12-3oz/-/A-89270562) - 1 cup [shredded mozzarella cheese](https://www.target.com/p/shredded-mozzarella-cheese-8oz-good-gather-8482/-/A-54337119&aflt=plt?aflt=plt) - 16 slices pepperoni - ½ medium tomato sliced - 16 leaves [fresh basil](https://www.target.com/p/organic-basil-0-5oz-good-38-gather-8482/-/A-79495109?aflt=plt) - ½ teaspoon pizza seasoning #### Homemade Pizza Dough - In a stand mixer or food processor, combine flour, yeast and salt until combined. - Add the oil and mix until the texture resembles sand. - Meanwhile, heat the water in the microwave — you don’t want it boiling, just on the warmer side. Add the honey and stir until dissolved. - Add the water in a slow, steady stream. Mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a ball and the dough is sticky but not sticking to your fingers. If dough is too dry, add another ¼ cup of warm water a little at a time. If it is too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour to make it easier to handle. - Roll out a piece of plastic wrap or use a cutting board. Place the dough on top and flatten it out into a rectangle. Use your fingers to make indentations like you are playing the piano. Fold one side over to the middle, like a letter. Repeat the indentations, then fold over the other third. Cover in plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. Set aside for 20 minutes to rise in a warm place. - Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into a ball. Wrap in more plastic wrap or place in a zip-top bag. You can use it immediately. If you are saving it for later, you can refrigerate and use within 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. #### Homemade Pizza - Let the dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before beginning. - Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°F) with a pizza stone inside. You can also use a baking sheet or pizza pan, but don’t preheat it. - Sprinkle 00 flour over a big piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. Stretch the dough out into a large circle with your hands. Flour your hands with 00 flour if the dough is too sticky. Place in the center of the parchment paper. - Add pizza sauce, cheese and your favorite pizza toppings. - Transfer the parchment, with the pizza on it, to your pizza stone or baking sheet. This makes it easy to handle from surface to surface. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. - Use the parchment to slide the pizza back onto the baking sheet. Let rest for a couple minutes, then slice into pieces and enjoy\! Tips for making the dough - Don’t use boiling water because it can kill the yeast. The hottest water your tap makes should be fine. - I prefer the stand mixer with a dough hook to the food processor. The mixer seems better able to handle a big ball that will weight it down unevenly. - If your kitchen is cold, allow your dough to rest in the oven with just the oven light on. It creates a warmer environment that will help the dough rise perfectly. Tips for making pizza - Use gravity to help you stretch the dough, slowly working your hands around the edges. - Don’t stress about making a perfect circle — it’s okay if it is uneven! This is homemade pizza, after all. - If a hole forms, pinch it back together. Pizza toppings ideas: pizza sauce, pesto, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, peppers, other vegetables, tomatoes, ham, sausage, pineapple. My go-to pizza: Add a drizzle of olive oil and a tablespoon of minced garlic and rub all over the dough, all the way to the edges. Add tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. (I use a little shredded and a few pieces of fresh). Top with pepperoni, tomatoes, fresh basil and pizza seasoning. I add more fresh basil, honey and hot sauce once it is cooked, too, but you do you\! How to store dough: Wrap in plastic wrap or place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Refrigerate and use within 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge the night before you plan to use it. Let the thawed dough come to room temperature on the counter for about 20 minutes before making pizza. This recipe is adapted from Suzanne Lenzer’s Quick Pizza Dough. ### Save this recipe for later We’ll email a link to you, so you can come back to it later! Plus you’ll get great new recipes each week\! As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. 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