BEST HOMEMADE PIZZA RECIPES: EASY DOUGH, TOPPINGS & PRO TIPS
There’s nothing quite like homemade pizza—crispy crust, gooey cheese, and your favorite toppings, all made fresh in your own kitchen. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or hosting a pizza night with friends, making pizza at home is easier than you think. Not only does it taste better than takeout, but it’s also a healthier and more customizable option.
TIPS FOR THE PERFECT PIZZA BASE
The base forms the structure of your pizza. You can choose from ready-made pizza bases or make one at home. Make sure to knead the dough properly and pay close attention to the ingredients you add. You can choose from a variety of flours for your base, from traditional refined flour to whole wheat flour, multi-grain, soy flour, oatmeal flour, and the newest addition, quinoa pizza base.
Makes 2 pizzas | Preparation Time: 40 minutes
INGREDIENTS
450 ml warm water
400 g flour
40 g dry yeast
2 tsp salt
3 tbsp olive oil
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 220 °C.
Sprinkle the yeast over the warm water and allow it to activate for about 10 minutes.
In a food processor, combine salt and 300g of flour. Pour in the activated yeast and water mixture. Add the olive oil. Gradually add the remaining flour, one cup at a time, pulsing and scraping the sides of the bowl until well blended. Once combined, transfer the dough onto a well-floured board and knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic-like.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with cling film or a tea towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
POPULAR CHEESE OPTIONS TO USE IN A PIZZA
Popular cheese options for pizzas include provolone, ricotta, and the classic stringy mozzarella, renowned for its melting properties.
10 BEST PIZZA RECIPES
MARGHERITA PIZZA: A classic Italian pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
CHICKEN PIZZA: Topped with cheese, chilies, onions, garlic sauce, and chicken chunks.
VEGETARIAN PIZZA: Fresh veggies like peppers, aubergines, and zucchini on a base of mozzarella and tomato.
MEXICAN PIZZA: Italian techniques meet Mexican flavors with toppings like kidney beans and hot sauce.
PEPPERONI OR DIAVOLA PIZZA: Spicy salami on a cheesy base.
SUPREME PIZZA: A combination of mozzarella, bacon, onion, beef mince, capsicum, pepperoni, mushroom, and olives.
PROSCIUTTO E FUNGHI PIZZA: Mozzarella, ham, and mushrooms.
CAPRICCIOSA PIZZA: A mix of mozzarella, tomato, cooked ham, mushrooms, artichokes, and olives.
FOUR CHEESE PIZZA: A blend of mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, and blue cheese.
FRUTTI DI MARE PIZZA: Tomato, mozzarella, and seafood like shrimps, mussels, and squid, seasoned with garlic and parsley.
