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Neapolitan Pizza Dough with 00 Flour

This Neapolitan Pizza Dough is a game-changer! Create a light, airy crust with just a few simple ingredients and enjoy homemade pizza nights!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 cups 00 flour
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • Extra virgin olive oil for greasing and brushing

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the 00 flour and salt.
  3. Once the yeast is activated, pour it into the bowl of flour and salt. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir until the dough starts to come together.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  5. Grease a clean bowl with extra virgin olive oil and place the dough inside, turning it to coat in oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide it into two equal portions for two pizzas.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, take one dough ball and stretch it out into a round shape using your hands.
  8. While you're shaping the dough, preheat your oven to the highest setting, typically around 475-500°F (245-260°C).
  9. Transfer the stretched dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Add your favorite toppings and slide the pizza onto the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake for about 8-10 minutes.

Notes

  • Use warm water to activate the yeast properly.
  • Knead just until smooth; overworking can toughen the dough.
  • Allow enough rise time for a fluffy crust.