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Sourdough Pizza Dough Recipe

This sourdough pizza dough recipe creates a chewy crust with crisp edges and deep flavor from natural fermentation. The dough mixes easily and benefits from resting time for better texture. It stretches smoothly for shaping and bakes into a golden, satisfying base perfect for homemade pizzas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Dough
  • 1 cup sourdough discard
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin
  • Tray
  • Spatula
  • Freezer
  • Pizza Stone

Method
 

  1. Mix sourdough discard, flour, water, olive oil, and salt until a soft dough forms.
  2. Knead until smooth and elastic, developing a slightly tacky texture.
  3. Let dough rest until slightly puffy, improving flavor and structure.
  4. Stretch dough gently into desired shape without tearing.
  5. Transfer to a baking sheet or stone and add toppings evenly.
  6. Bake until crust is golden with crisp edges and soft interior.

Notes

For softer crust, bake shorter time. For crispier texture, bake longer or use a hot stone. Freeze dough after first rise for later use. Handle gently when stretching to avoid tearing. Customize with herbs or garlic. Store dough refrigerated and use within a few days.