Ingredients:

  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons warm water (105°F–115°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (plus extra for greasing)

Instructions:

  1. Combine the warm water and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Gently whisk, then sprinkle the yeast over the top evenly.
  2. Let the yeast mixture sit undisturbed for 5–10 minutes until a foamy layer forms on the surface (the 'bloom').
  3. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed or stir vigorously until a shaggy mass forms.
  4. Drizzle in the olive oil and continue mixing until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Lightly grease the mixing bowl with oil. Place the dough ball inside, turning to coat. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a damp tea towel.
  7. Place the bowl in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until the dough has doubled in size.
  8. Preheat your oven to its highest setting (around 500°F / 260°C) with your pizza stone or baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Gently punch down the risen dough and divide it in half. Form each half into a tight ball and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Roll or stretch each dough ball into a 10–12 inch circle. Transfer to parchment paper dusted with cornmeal or directly onto your preheated pan.
  11. Add your desired sauce, cheese, and toppings sparingly. Slide the pizza onto the hot stone/steel (or place the pan in the oven).
  12. Bake for 10–15 minutes until the crust is deeply golden and the cheese is bubbling.