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sourdough pizza dough

sourdough pizza dough

This sourdough pizza dough recipe yields a light, crispy crust with a distinct flavor from the fermentation process. Perfect for homemade pizzas, it’s a fun project that results in delicious results.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Pizza
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 dough scraper
  • 1 kitchen scale
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 plastic wrap or kitchen towel
  • 1 pizza stone or baking sheet
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams all-purpose flour
  • 350 grams water Room temperature
  • 100 grams active sourdough starter Ensure it is active and bubbly
  • 10 grams salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together room temperature water and active sourdough starter until well combined.
  • Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry flour mixture, stirring until a shaggy dough forms. If using, add olive oil at this stage.
  • Transfer the dough to a clean surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Form the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, and cover it with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel. Let it rest at room temperature until doubled in size (about 2-3 hours).
  • Gently punch down the risen dough, divide it into 4 equal pieces, and shape them into balls.
  • Place the dough balls on a floured surface, cover lightly, and let them rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat your oven to its highest setting, placing a pizza stone in the oven to heat up if using.
  • On a floured surface, take one dough ball and stretch or roll it out to your desired pizza size.
  • Transfer the stretched dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper and add your choice of toppings.
  • Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
  • Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve.

Notes

Make sure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for the best results.
This dough can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a slow fermentation, which can deepen the flavor.
Feel free to customize your pizza toppings based on personal preferences.