Crispy and Chewy Pizza Dough Recipe

why you’ll love this recipe

Does anyone else feel like if they were able to, they’d eat pizza for breakfast, lunch, or dinner? (hopefully, it’s not just me…) Well now you can, since making this chewy pizza dough only takes about an hour, you’ll even be able to make it on a Monday evening!

• crispy yet chewy texture: this recipe yields an incredible, soft, crispy yet chewy crust.
• easy and fast: what’s great about this recipe is that a lot of the prep time is passive. This dough only needs to rise once for 25 minutes. I like to multi-task and prep all my toppings while the dough rises. Your pizza can be ready in under an hour!
• slightly sweet rich flavor: a touch of agave nectar in the dough helps activate the yeast and enhances the flavor.
• thick or thin crust pizza: shape the dough to the thickness of your liking.
• no stand mixer needed: you can make this recipe without a stand mixer, although if you have a mixer you can certainly use it!

topping the pizza crust

You can’t have a fabulous homemade pizza without some delicious toppings or sauces! Below are a few of my favorite topping ideas:

Pizza Sauce:

• Tomato sauce
• White Sauce or Bechamel
• Basil Pesto

Toppings:

• Dairy-Free or Vegan Cheese like Vegan Mozzarella or Parmesan
• Red Onions
• Green Bell Pepper
• Sweet Corn
• Mushrooms
• Yukon Gold Potatoes
• Squash
• Apple Slices
• Fresh Basil
• Artichokes
• Red Pepper Flakes

pro tips for a chewy, crispy crust

For the best results follow these tips:

• Use a digital scale or the spoon and level method to measure flour: too much flour will change the texture of the dough.
• Don’t use a rolling pin to shape the dough: use your hands to create thicker edges!
• Let the dough rest while shaping: if it is snapping back toward the center, let it rest for 5 minutes before continuing to shape it.
• Don’t add too much flour: this is a high hydration dough- so it’s meant to be on the stickier side.
• Use good quality extra virgin olive oil: drizzle some oil on the crust prior to baking for crispy edges.
• Preheat the oven: a hot surface and oven create a crispy exterior but soft interior.