🍕 Ingredients
For the Dough (makes 2 pizzas)
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
2 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp basil
Pinch of sugar
Toppings (your choice!)
Classic: mozzarella, pepperoni, basil
Veggie: mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, olives
Fresh: cherry tomatoes, arugula, parmesan
🍕 Quick Method (10-Second Summary)
Mix dough → rise 1 hour.
Make sauce → simmer 10 minutes.
Stretch dough → add toppings.
Bake at 500°F / 260°C for 10–12 min.
Done! Crispy, bubbly perfection!
👩🍳 Full Step-By-Step
1. Make the dough
Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast → let foam 5 minutes.
Add flour, salt, and olive oil → knead 5–8 minutes until smooth.
Cover and let rise 1 hour or until doubled.
2. Make the sauce
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Add garlic → cook 20 seconds.
Add tomatoes, herbs, salt, sugar.
Simmer 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Shape your pizza
Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
Stretch dough by hand (don’t use a rolling pin).
Aim for a thin center with a puffed-up edge.
4. Top and bake
Spread a thin layer of sauce.
Add cheese first, then toppings.
Bake 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Ever Pizza
Use high heat — hotter = crispier crust.
Don’t overload toppings.
Brush the crust with olive oil for a glossy finish.
Add fresh basil after baking.