Neapolitan Pizza Dough
A simple and authentic recipe for making delicious Neapolitan pizza dough at home, perfect for topping with your favorite ingredients.
Servings: 2 pizzas
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 grams 500g all-purpose flour The backbone of your dough, giving it structure.
- 325 ml 325ml lukewarm water Essential for activating the yeast and hydrating the flour.
- 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons salt Enhances flavor and strengthens the dough structure.
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon sugar Helps activate the yeast, promoting a beautiful rise in your crust.
- 7 grams 7g active dry yeast The key ingredient for fermentation and rise.
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional, adds richness and flavor to the dough.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in lukewarm water. Let this sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Create a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the yeast mixture (and olive oil if using). Stir until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a clean, floured surface. Knead for approximately 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Once risen, punch down the dough, divide into two equal portions, and shape each into a ball. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
- Shape each dough ball into circles by gently pressing and stretching.
- Place shaped dough onto parchment paper and top with your favorite ingredients.
- Transfer to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 7 to 10 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
For a crispier crust, consider using bread flour instead of all-purpose flour. To prepare in advance, refrigerate after the first rise. Experiment with different toppings for a personalized touch.