Description
Sourdough pizza dough is a culinary delight that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience right in your kitchen. With its irresistible crispy crust and chewy interior, this homemade dough serves as the perfect base for your favorite toppings, whether you prefer classic margherita or adventurous combinations. The process of making sourdough pizza dough is not only rewarding but also filled with fond memories of laughter and shared meals. Dive into this recipe and create delicious pizzas that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup active sourdough starter (240g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
- 3/4 cup filtered water (180ml)
- 1 tsp salt (6g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, flour, and water. Stir until no dry bits remain; the mixture should be slightly sticky.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours until doubled in size.
- Once risen, turn the dough onto a floured surface, divide into portions, and shape them into balls.
- Cover with a cloth and let rest for another 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out each ball to your desired thickness, then add sauce, cheese, and toppings of choice.
- Bake on a preheated stone or baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg