Roman Style Pizza Dough Recipe

Roman Style Pizza Dough Recipe

For a light and crispy pizza crust with a slightly chewy texture, try this recipe for Roman-style pizza dough! Made with a combination of all-purpose and bread flours, this dough is perfect for baking up your favorite toppings in true Italian fashion.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup bread flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, bread flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add the lukewarm water and olive oil and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 2-4 equal portions.
  7. Shape each portion into a ball and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Roll out each ball of dough into a 10-12 inch circle, making sure the center is slightly thicker than the edges.
  9. Add your desired toppings and bake on a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Enjoy your delicious Roman-style pizza, with a light and crispy crust and all your favorite toppings!