How to Make Thin-Crust Pizza Dough - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thin-crust pizza has become increasingly popular in recent years, with its light and crispy texture providing the perfect base for a variety of delicious toppings. Making your own thin-crust pizza dough at home is not only easy, but it also allows you to customize the flavor and texture to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic Margherita or a more inventive combination of toppings, having a reliable thin-crust pizza dough recipe in your repertoire is essential.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar
  • ¾ cup lukewarm water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 12-inch crust

  • Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water that's 110 degrees F (44 degrees C) in a small bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Combine 1 3/4 cups flour and salt in a large bowl. Pour in yeast mixture; mix well until dough comes together.
  • Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 cup flour if dough is too sticky.
  • Roll dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a greased pizza pan.
  • Nutrition

    232 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 294mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 87mg