Description
This no-yeast pizza crust recipe is a quick and easy alternative to traditional yeast dough, baking up into a tender and delicious 12-inch crust perfect for your favorite pizza toppings. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for a fast homemade pizza night.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup fat-free milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the necessary ingredients for the dough to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Mix Dough: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt thoroughly. Stir in the fat-free milk and olive oil until a soft dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it 10 times to develop the texture. Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with an inverted bowl, and let it rest for 10 minutes while you preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Shape Crust: Roll the rested dough into a 12-inch circle on a baking sheet, preparing it for the initial bake.
- Pre-Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes to set the structure and begin cooking the dough.
- Add Toppings and Finish Baking: Remove the crust from the oven, add your favorite pizza toppings, and return to the oven to bake until the crust is golden brown and cooked through, approximately 10 to 15 minutes more. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Do not skip the 10-minute resting period; it helps the dough relax and makes rolling easier.
- Using baking powder instead of yeast gives a quick rise but results in a different texture than traditional yeast dough.
- For crispier crust, pre-bake the base a little longer if desired before adding toppings.
- Feel free to customize toppings according to preference once the crust is pre-baked.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 18 to 23 mins
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
