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Homemade Pizza Crust Recipe: A Guide to Making the Perfect Crust Who doesn't love a good pizza? Whether you're having a movie night with friends or just want to indulge in a delicious slice, pizza is always a crowd-pleaser. And what makes a pizza even better? A crispy, flavorful homemade crust! In this guide, we'll take you through step by step on how to make the perfect homemade pizza crust recipe. So, put on your apron and let's get started! Table of Contents Ingredients Making the Dough Rolling the Dough Adding the Toppings Baking the Pizza Ingredients Before we get started, let's gather all the ingredients we'll need for the crust: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil 3/4 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F) Making the Dough Now that we have all our ingredients, it's time to make the dough: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the olive oil and warm water to the bowl and stir until the mixture forms a dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Rolling the Dough Once the dough has risen, it's time to roll it out: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Punch down the dough and knead it for another minute or two. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Adding the Toppings Now comes the fun part - adding your favorite toppings: Spread a layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a little room around the edges. Add your desired toppings, such as cheese, pepperoni, vegetables, or meats. Sprinkle some herbs and spices over the pizza for extra flavor. Baking the Pizza Finally, it's time to bake your pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. And there you have it - a delicious homemade pizza with a crispy, flavorful crust! Now, you can impress your friends and family with your newfound pizza-making skills. Happy baking! Sources Snack Attack: Homemade Pizza Muffins for Your Next Party Slice of Heaven: A Guide to Homemade Pizza Near Me Pizza Dough the New Jersey Way Easy Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe Homemade Pizza Dough for Beginners - Sally's Baking Addiction The Best Pizza Dough Recipe: How to Make It - Taste Of Home Pizza Dough Recipe | Bobby Flay | Food Network Pizza Crust Recipe | King Arthur Baking Pizza Crust Recipe - BettyCrocker.com Homemade Pizza Crust - Red Star® Yeast Homemade Pizza & Pizza Dough Recipe - Simply Recipes Authentic Italian Pizza Dough Recipe - Recipes from Italy Bread and Butter Pizza Is the "Best No-Dough Pizza Hack Ever" - Allrecipes