Quick and Easy Pizza Crust

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
21%
Quick and Easy Pizza Crust
30 min.
2
707kcal

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If you're craving a delicious homemade pizza but feel pressed for time, our Quick and Easy Pizza Crust is the perfect solution! This plant-based crust not only caters to vegetarians and vegans, but it's also dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for everyone. With just a handful of simple ingredients and ready in only 30 minutes, you can enjoy a fresh, crispy base that you can dress up with your favorite sauces, veggies, and plant-based cheeses.

This recipe uses bread flour to give the crust an irresistible chewy texture, while the inclusion of active dry yeast ensures a light and airy finished product. The addition of olive oil not only adds flavor but also promotes a golden-brown crust that’s sure to impress. It’s perfect for a cozy night in, a quick weeknight dinner, or even a fun and interactive pizza night with family and friends.

In just a few short steps, you'll be able to create a delightful pizza crust that’s not just quick and easy, but also customizable to suit all your topping preferences. So grab your favorite ingredients and let’s get started on whipping up a tasty pizza that everyone can enjoy. You'll never want to settle for store-bought again!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 ounce active yeast dry
  • 2.5 cups bread flour 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • teaspoon sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pizza pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). In a medium bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water.
  2. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in flour, salt and oil. Beat until smooth.
  4. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat or roll into a round.
  6. Transfer crust to a lightly greased pizza pan or baker's peel dusted with cornmeal.
  7. Spread with desired toppings and bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Let baked pizza cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories707kcal
Protein11.52%
Fat21.7%
Carbs66.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.55
Glycemic Load
74.81
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
16.627391342803%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:707.04kcal
35.35%
Fat:16.87g
25.95%
Saturated Fat:2.35g
14.68%
Carbohydrates:116.78g
38.93%
Net Carbohydrates:112.08g
40.76%
Sugar:2.48g
2.76%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1173.89mg
51.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.15g
40.3%
Selenium:62.33µg
89.04%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.58%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
34.32%
Folate:134.48µg
33.62%
Fiber:4.7g
18.81%
Vitamin E:2.64mg
17.61%
Phosphorus:174.14mg
17.41%
Copper:0.32mg
15.99%
Vitamin B3:2.99mg
14.94%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.88%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.63%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.83%
Magnesium:42.19mg
10.55%
Iron:1.57mg
8.74%
Vitamin K:8.91µg
8.49%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.55%
Potassium:190.51mg
5.44%
Calcium:28.93mg
2.89%
Source:Allrecipes