Pizza Bread

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rustic, yeast-leavened dough perfect for homemade pizzas or calzones.
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This classic pizza bread dough is the foundation for a truly homemade meal. Made with warm water, brewer’s yeast, and a touch of honey for feed the yeast, it develops a slightly sweet, tangy flavor as it rises. The addition of olive oil ensures a tender crumb and a beautifully golden crust. Whether you are stretching it out for individual personal pizzas or shaping it into savory calzones, this versatile dough offers a satisfying chew and sturdy structure to hold your favorite toppings. It’s a simple recipe that yields impressive results, bringing the warmth of a bakery to your kitchen table. Perfect for weekend dinners or casual gatherings, it pairs wonderfully with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, and fresh basil.

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Pizza Bread

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 3429.8

Description

This classic pizza bread dough is the foundation for a truly homemade meal. Made with warm water, brewer's yeast, and a touch of honey for feed the yeast, it develops a slightly sweet, tangy flavor as it rises. The addition of olive oil ensures a tender crumb and a beautifully golden crust. Whether you are stretching it out for individual personal pizzas or shaping it into savory calzones, this versatile dough offers a satisfying chew and sturdy structure to hold your favorite toppings. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple recipe that yields impressive results, bringing the warmth of a bakery to your kitchen table. Perfect for weekend dinners or casual gatherings, it pairs wonderfully with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, and fresh basil.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine warm water and brewer's yeast in a large bowl, stirring until the yeast is fully dissolved.
  2. Add honey, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture and mix thoroughly.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of flour and mix with a wooden spoon until a loose batter forms.
  4. Add another 2 cups of flour and continue stirring with the wooden spoon for 2 to 3 minutes, incorporating as much flour as possible.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface or marble board and bring it together with your hands.
  6. Knead the dough for 6 to 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and firm.
  7. Place the dough in a clean, lightly oiled bowl and cover with a towel.
  8. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  9. For individual pizzas or calzones, divide the dough into four equal pieces and shape into rounds.
  10. For one large pizza, knead the dough into a single large round.
  11. Let the shaped dough rest for 15 minutes before adding toppings and baking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3429.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.1g21%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4893.6mg204%
Total Carbohydrate 709.9g237%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g101%
Sugars 5.9g
Protein 93.0g186%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The original recipe referenced wine, but no wine is listed in the ingredients list. This recipe uses only water for the yeast activation.

If your kitchen is cool, the dough may take longer than 45 minutes to rise. Place the covered bowl in an unheated oven with the light on for a warmer environment.

For best results, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for a chewier texture, or add a bit more flour if the dough feels too sticky during kneading.

The dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours for a deeper flavor development. Let it come to room temperature before shaping.

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