Here the authentic Italian pizza dough recipe! The most classic, common and perfect to make at home in a few hours. This pizza dough must rise for about 4 hours. So you can arrange to prepare it during the day and enjoy it in the evening with the toppings you prefer.

How to Make It!

 “00” FLOUR  WATER EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL SALT ACTIVE DRY YEAST

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In a large bowl mix 1/2 the flour and the baking powder. Then add the water a little at a time. Mix thoroughly with a spoon to combine all the ingredients.

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Add the oil and mix well. Then add the remaining flour. Add it a little at a time and stir for 4-5 minutes, while continuing to use the spoon. Finally add the salt and mix.

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The First Leavening

When the dough no longer sticks to the bowl, place it on your work surface.

Knead 1 to 2 minutes with your hands. Then make a smooth, floured ball.

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Place the pizza dough back into the bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap. Then place a kitchen towel over it. Let rise at room temperature for 1 hour.

Bring the left flap almost to the right flap and vice versa. The same for the other two flaps.

The 4 Folds

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The Second Leavening

The second leavening will take place directly in the baking pan.

Grease the baking pan, make a ball then place it in its center.

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Now brush the surface of the dough with a tiny bit of oil and cover with plastic wrap.

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Put the baking pan in the oven with the light bulb on. This way the oven becomes a small, homemade leavening cell. The dough needs to reach twice its initial volume. It takes 2 to 3 hours.

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With your hands and fingertips, start pressing from the center of the dough, trying to bring the dough up to the corners of the baking pan.

Burst

Once the entire surface of the pan is evenly covered, the pizza is ready to be topped!

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Now it's time to bake your Pizza! For More information, tips and tricks, click the link below!