I just made a No Rise Pizza Dough that bakes in minutes and gives you blistered, chewy crust like it came from a real pizzeria, so cancel dinner plans.

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I am obsessed with this No Rise Pizza Dough because I want pizza now, not later. I adore how the crust gets chewy and blistered while still being stupid easy.

Quick Pizza nights mean I can stop pretending I’ll plan dinner and actually feed the kids something I love. And the smell of olive oil and 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast mixing into warm dough?

Makes my mouth start racing. This actually delivers real crust, not floppy sadness.

Big flavor, tiny effort. Perfect for a family pizza and movie night every time.

No takeout guilt, no weird frozen crusts.

Ingredients

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Flour gives structure and chew; it’s the canvas for crunchy edges and soft center.
Basically yeast makes it rise, little gas machines in the dough.
Plus sugar feeds yeast and adds tiny browning sweetness, helps crust color.
Salt boosts flavor and controls yeast.
It’s small but makes a big difference.
Warm water wakes the yeast up; basically it starts the whole party.
Olive oil adds richness and softer crumb, plus a nice mouthfeel.
Optional herbs give a subtle punch of savory flavor.
It’s an easy tweak.
Cornmeal or extra flour keeps the dough from sticking, adds slight crunch.

Ingredient Quantities

2 1/2 cups (about 320 g) all purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast

1 tsp granulated sugar

1 tsp fine salt

1 cup (240 ml) warm water, around 105 to 110 F

2 tbsp olive oil

optional pinch of garlic powder or dried oregano for a little flavor punch

optional cornmeal or extra flour for the baking surface

How to Make this

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1. In a large bowl whisk together 2 1/2 cups (about 320 g) all purpose flour, 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast, 1 tsp sugar and 1 tsp fine salt; if you want a little flavor punch add a pinch of garlic powder or dried oregano now.

2. Make a well in the center and pour in 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (about 105 to 110 F) and 2 tbsp olive oil; use a fork or wooden spoon to stir until the dough just comes together and no big dry patches remain.

3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead about 4 to 6 minutes until smooth and slightly springy; it will be soft and tacky but not sticky, add tiny dustings of flour if it’s sticking too much.

4. If you prefer a super fast method, you can skip long kneading and just fold the dough a few times until it holds together, that still gives great texture for no-rise pizza.

5. Divide the dough into 2 portions for thinner crusts or keep whole for a thicker pie; shape each into a ball and let rest 5 minutes so the gluten relaxes, this makes stretching easier.

6. Preheat your oven to the highest heat it will go, 475 to 500 F, and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to get piping hot; hot surface = crispy bottom.

7. On a lightly floured or cornmeal-dusted surface press and stretch each ball into a 10 to 12 inch circle using your fingers or a rolling pin, leaving a slightly thicker rim; don’t pile on toppings or the crust won’t crisp.

8. Transfer dough to a peel or another inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal or extra flour, add sauce, cheese and toppings of choice; fewer toppings = better bake in a no-rise dough.

9. Slide pizza onto the hot stone or sheet and bake 8 to 12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly; rotate halfway if your oven cooks unevenly. Let cool a couple minutes before slicing so cheese stops sliding off.

Equipment Needed

1. Large mixing bowl
2. Whisk (or fork)
3. Measuring cups and spoons and a kitchen scale (optional but handy)
4. Wooden spoon or sturdy fork for stirring
5. Lightly floured work surface and bench scraper or spatula for handling dough
6. Rolling pin or use your hands to stretch the dough
7. Pizza stone or inverted baking sheet (to preheat in the oven)
8. Pizza peel or second inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal, plus oven mitts

FAQ

Q: Can I use active dry yeast instead of instant yeast? A: Yes, you can. Use the same amount but proof it first in the warm water with the sugar until it gets foamy, about 5 to 10 minutes, then continue with the recipe.

Q: What if my dough feels too sticky or too dry? A: If it is sticky, sprinkle a little extra flour while kneading, a tablespoon at a time. If it feels dry or crumbly, add a teaspoon or two of warm water until it comes together. Don’t overdo it, you want a slightly tacky, smooth dough.

Q: How long should I let the dough rise and at what temperature? A: Let it rise about 1 to 1 1/2 hours in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled. If your kitchen is cold, a slightly longer rise or a warmer spot (like an oven with just the light on) helps. You can also refrigerate it overnight for more flavor.

Q: Can I freeze the dough? A: Yep. After the first rise, punch it down, wrap it tightly in plastic or put in a freezer bag and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then bring to room temp before shaping.

Q: Should I use cornmeal or flour on the baking surface? A: Either works. Cornmeal gives a nice crunchy bottom and helps prevent sticking, flour is fine too. Use just a light dusting so it doesn’t burn under high heat.

Q: How thin can I stretch this dough and will it still hold toppings? A: This dough stretches pretty well, but go slowly and leave a slightly thicker rim to hold sauce and toppings. If it tears, pinch and rest it a few minutes then keep stretching. Too many heavy toppings will make it soggy, so less is more.

Pizza Dough Recipe Substitutions and Variations

All purpose flour: swap for bread flour for chewier crust, use same amount. Or try 100% whole wheat but add 2 to 4 tbsp extra water cause whole wheat soaks more and the dough gets denser.
Instant yeast: you can use active dry yeast, but dissolve it in warm water first and wait till it foams (about 5 to 10 minutes) before mixing. Use the same packet amount.
Sugar: honey or maple syrup work fine, use about 3/4 the amount of sugar by volume since they are sweeter and they add a bit more moisture.
Olive oil: you can use melted butter for a richer flavor or a neutral oil like vegetable or canola if you don’t want the olive taste. Use the same amount.

Pro Tips

1) Use exact water temp. If it’s too hot you kill the yeast, too cold and it wont wake up. Aim for about 105 to 110 F, and measure with your phone thermometer or wrist test if you gotta. It makes the difference between a quick rise-y texture and a gummy crust.

2) Don’t overdo the flour while kneading. The dough should be soft and tacky, add only tiny dustings. Too much flour = dense crust. If it’s sticking to your hands try lightly oiling them instead of piling on flour.

3) Preheat the stone or inverted sheet for at least 30 minutes at the hottest oven temp you have. A screaming hot surface gives a crisp bottom fast, so you don’t dry out the toppings. If you don’t have a stone, use the hottest metal you can and preheat just the same.

4) Keep toppings light and uniform. Big piles of sauce, cheese or wet veggies make the no-rise dough soggy and underbaked. Parcook high-moisture veggies or pat them dry, and spread toppings evenly so everything finishes at the same time.

Pizza Dough Recipe

Recipe by Jot Punji

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I just made a No Rise Pizza Dough that bakes in minutes and gives you blistered, chewy crust like it came from a real pizzeria, so cancel dinner plans.

Servings

servings

Calories

180.6

kcal

Equipment: 1. Large mixing bowl
2. Whisk (or fork)
3. Measuring cups and spoons and a kitchen scale (optional but handy)
4. Wooden spoon or sturdy fork for stirring
5. Lightly floured work surface and bench scraper or spatula for handling dough
6. Rolling pin or use your hands to stretch the dough
7. Pizza stone or inverted baking sheet (to preheat in the oven)
8. Pizza peel or second inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal, plus oven mitts

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups (about 320 g) all purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 tsp fine salt
1 cup (240 ml) warm water, around 105 to 110 F
2 tbsp olive oil
optional pinch of garlic powder or dried oregano for a little flavor punch
optional cornmeal or extra flour for the baking surface

Directions

In a large bowl whisk together 2 1/2 cups (about 320 g) all purpose flour, 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast, 1 tsp sugar and 1 tsp fine salt; if you want a little flavor punch add a pinch of garlic powder or dried oregano now.
Make a well in the center and pour in 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (about 105 to 110 F) and 2 tbsp olive oil; use a fork or wooden spoon to stir until the dough just comes together and no big dry patches remain.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead about 4 to 6 minutes until smooth and slightly springy; it will be soft and tacky but not sticky, add tiny dustings of flour if it’s sticking too much.
If you prefer a super fast method, you can skip long kneading and just fold the dough a few times until it holds together, that still gives great texture for no-rise pizza.
Divide the dough into 2 portions for thinner crusts or keep whole for a thicker pie; shape each into a ball and let rest 5 minutes so the gluten relaxes, this makes stretching easier.
Preheat your oven to the highest heat it will go, 475 to 500 F, and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to get piping hot; hot surface = crispy bottom.
On a lightly floured or cornmeal-dusted surface press and stretch each ball into a 10 to 12 inch circle using your fingers or a rolling pin, leaving a slightly thicker rim; don’t pile on toppings or the crust won’t crisp.
Transfer dough to a peel or another inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal or extra flour, add sauce, cheese and toppings of choice; fewer toppings = better bake in a no-rise dough.
Slide pizza onto the hot stone or sheet and bake 8 to 12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly; rotate halfway if your oven cooks unevenly. Let cool a couple minutes before slicing so cheese stops sliding off.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.