An Excellent No Yeast Pizza Dough – Quick Easy Homemade Pizza!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love this recipe because it is incredibly fast and easy while still tasting homemade. There is no yeast, no rising time, and no complicated preparation. The dough comes together in minutes and works perfectly with all kinds of toppings. I also like that it can be mixed either by hand or in a food processor.

Ingredients

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1 1/3 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons olive oil or other oil
1/2 cup cold water
1 tablespoon extra flour for dusting
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, optional, for brushing the crust

Directions

I start by preheating the oven to 250°C / 480°F (230°C fan). I place the oven rack in the top quarter of the oven for better browning.

I lightly grease a pizza pan or baking tray with oil and prepare my pizza sauce and toppings ahead of time. I keep the mozzarella chilled until needed.

For the food processor method, I add the dry ingredients into the processor with the standard blade and pulse twice. I add the water and olive oil, then blend on low for about 40 seconds until the dough forms a shaggy ball.

I sprinkle half the extra flour onto my work surface, scrape out the dough, and dust the top with the remaining flour. I shape the dough into a ball.

For the hand-mixing method, I combine the dry ingredients in a bowl with a spatula. I add the water and olive oil and mix until the flour is mostly incorporated. I transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 3 to 4 minutes until fairly smooth.

I roll the dough into a 12-inch round and transfer it to the pizza pan or tray. Using my fingers, I gently stretch it outward to fit the pan while keeping the edges slightly puffy.

I spread about 1/4 cup pizza sauce over the dough and add my favorite toppings.

I brush the exposed crust edge lightly with oil to help it turn golden and crisp while baking.

I bake the pizza for about 12 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden. I slice and serve it immediately while hot.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes 1 pizza serving. The total preparation and cooking time is approximately 20 minutes.

Variations

I sometimes add garlic powder or Italian seasoning directly into the dough for extra flavor. For a crispier crust, I use bread flour and bake on a pizza stone. I also like making mini personal pizzas by dividing the dough into smaller portions.

Storage/reheating

I store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I reheat slices in the oven or a skillet to keep the crust crisp. The dough is best used fresh, but I can refrigerate uncooked dough for several hours before baking.

FAQs

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bread flour?

Yes, I can use all-purpose flour and still get a delicious crust, although bread flour creates a slightly chewier texture.

Why doesn’t this dough need yeast?

This recipe uses baking powder as the leavening agent, which helps the dough rise slightly without fermentation time.

Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, I can freeze the dough after mixing. I thaw it in the refrigerator before rolling and baking.

How do I make the crust crispier?

I bake the pizza at very high heat and use a pizza pan with holes or a pizza stone for better crisping.

Can I make this dough ahead of time?

Yes, I can prepare the dough a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Conclusion

This no yeast pizza dough is one of my favorite quick homemade pizza recipes because it is fast, simple, and still delivers a crisp and flavorful crust. I love how easy it is to make whenever I want fresh pizza without waiting for traditional dough to rise.