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Pizza Recipe 2026

A delicious homemade pizza with a crispy crust and customizable toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Assorted toppings pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, etc.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife for slicing

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Slowly pour in the warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  6. Once risen, roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  7. Transfer the rolled dough to your pizza stone or baking sheet.
  8. Spread the pizza sauce evenly, then sprinkle with mozzarella and your favorite toppings.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the rolled-out dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.