How do I make simple pizza dough at home?

Mix flour, water, yeast, salt and a little oil, knead until smooth, then let it rise until doubled. A basic dough needs about an hour of rising.

Basic method

Combine flour, yeast and salt, then add warm water and a little oil.
Knead for several minutes until smooth and springy.
Cover and leave to rise until doubled.
Shape, top and bake in a very hot oven.

When a live helper is useful

Dough feel is hard to describe. A short video call lets a cook see your dough and tell you whether to add flour or keep kneading.

Frequently asked questions

How long should pizza dough rise?

Until it has roughly doubled in size, usually around an hour in a warm room.

Why is my dough too sticky?

Too much water for the flour. Knead in a little more flour a spoonful at a time.

Want a cook to show you the kneading?

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