Ingredients:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (440g)
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (4g)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt (9g)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (12g)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (115°F or 45°C) (300ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Make a well in the center of the flour, pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil, and stir until a rough dough forms.
  4. Transfer to a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the dough, divide in half if making two pizzas, and shape each portion into a ball.
  7. Allow the dough to rest for another 30 minutes on the counter before rolling out.
  8. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
  9. Roll out or stretch the dough to your desired thickness, then add toppings.
  10. Transfer to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.