Active Dry Yeast Pizza Dough

Active Dry Yeast Pizza Dough

Pizza is a dish that's loved worldwide. And while a pizza's flavoring is largely attributed to the toppings chosen, no great pizza is complete without a delicious crust. If you're searching for the perfect active dry yeast pizza dough, you're In the right spot. We tried our fair share of pizza doughs and narrowed the list down to two great doughs that use active dry yeast. Continue reading to discover how these doughs can transform your weekly pizza night.

The Perfect Pizza Crust

A recipe so good we had it printed on the back of our bags of Artisan Bread Flour, this flavorful thin pizza crust is stable enough to hold all of your favorite toppings. Made with just four ingredientswater, active dry yeast, Bob's Red Mill Artisan Bread Flour and saltit's the perfect pizza dough to make when you want to create a homemade dinner in a short amount of time.

Perfect Pizza Crust Ingredients

Perfect Pizza Crust Instructions

Are you ready to make a pizza crust that your guests will rave about using just four ingredients? Follow the step-by-step instructions below to create a pizza that everyone will enjoy.
  1. Combine water and yeast in a large bowl.
  2. Add flour and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Place the dough onto a floured surface and knead until it is smooth and slightly tacky. This process should take around 5 minutes.
  4. If the dough remains sticky, knead in more flourone tablespoon at a timeuntil it is smooth.
  5. Place dough into an oiled bowl and toss it to coat evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl with a moist washcloth and allow it to rise for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  7. Use the dough immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  8. As the dough rises, preheat the oven to 500F.
  9. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and divide the dough in half.
  10. Form each half of the dough into a disk and place it on the prepared baking sheets.
  11. Once on the sheet, work from the center of the dough and stretch it until it is inch thick.
  12. Top the dough with your sauce and toppings and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the crust has turned golden.
  13. Remove from the oven and allow the pizza to cool for 5 minutes.

Cassava Pizza Crust

kneading pizza dough As much as we wish everyone could enjoy the delicious dough above, we understand that consuming traditional flours is not always an option. If you're baking for someone with celiac disease or gluten allergy, you're likely wondering how you can replicate pizza dough sans gluten. Luckily, we have an answer. This cassava pizza crust recipe uses active dry yeast to create a gluten free pizza dough that tastes like the real thing. Made with a handful of healthy ingredients like honey, active dry yeast, cassava flour and tapioca flour, it's so good that those enjoying it won't even know the difference.

Cassava Pizza Crust Ingredients

Cassava Pizza Crust Instructions

Ready to make a cassava pizza crust with a good rise? Follow the instructions below and make a great-tasting pizza dough that everyone will enjoy.
  1. Place warm water and honey in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle active dry yeast over the mixture and allow it to sit for 5 minutes while the yeast activates.
  3. Add the eggs, olive oil, cassava flour, tapioca flour, and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Drizzle a pinch of olive oil over the dough and cover it, allowing it to rise for 30-45 minutes to double in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425F.
  6. Oil two 12-inch pizza pans with olive oil and divide the dough in half, molding it into two large disks.
  7. Place each disk on a prepared pan, and shape the dough to fit the entirety of the pan.
  8. Prebake each crust for 10-12 minutes, then remove from the oven, and top with desired sauce and toppings.
  9. Return to the oven for 5-6 minutes longer to finish baking.

Our Favorite Pizza Topping Combinations

Now that you know how to create the perfect pizza crust, it's time to decide what to put on top. While pepperoni and cheese pizzas are the most popular, several other delicious topping combinations are out there, waiting for you to try them. So if you're eager to take your homemade pizza to the next level and are looking for some guidance, this list of mouthwatering pizza topping combinations will help.

BBQ Chicken Pizza

BBQ Chicken Pizza Whether you're planning a backyard BBQ or hoping to recreate those summertime flavors on the stove, this BBQ Chicken Pizza is the perfect dish. While traditional pizza recipes use tomato sauce as a base, several other sauces taste just as great. If you're a fan of BBQ sauce, we recommend adding it to your next homemade pizza recipe. This paleo recipe combines barbecue's sweet and smoky flavors with creamy cashew sauce to create the ultimate comfort food. Top it off with the kick of red onion and cilantro, and you'll make a pizza recipe that guests won't be able to get enough of. Not paleo? No problem, use one of the delicious pizza recipes above to create a great-tasting meal!

Winter Harvest Pizza

Searching for a tasty way to combine in-season winter veggies into a mouthwatering meal? This Winter Harvest Pizza is just that. Loaded with vegetables like butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, blue cheese, bacon and hazelnuts, it perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. What's more? The pizza dough is made with Active Dry Yeast to create a soft and springy crust overflowing with flavors. Prepped in just thirty minutes, it's the ideal homemade recipe to add to your weekly menu.

Pear and Bacon Quinoa Pizza

It's no secret that bacon pairs well with anything, but its slightly sweet and salty flavor couples exceptionally well with cooked fruits. Jams, jellies and baked treats can be combined with bacon to create a mouthwatering snack to satisfy all cravings. So when we discovered this Pear and Bacon Quinoa Pizza Recipe, we knew that it would quickly become one of our favorites. In this recipe, a pizza dough made of Active Dry Yeast, Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour and Organic Quinoa Flour is topped with thinly sliced pears, Canadian bacon, and three different kinds of cheese. A flavor combo that is out-of-this-world delicious, it's the perfect homemade dinner to make if you're looking to impress guests and cater to varying taste preferences.

Hawaiian Pizza with Honey Whole Wheat Crust

Hawaiian Pizza with Honey Whole Wheat Crust We understand that pineapple on pizza is a very contentious topic. Those who enjoy this flavor combination are very enthusiastic about it, and those who hate it are equally vocal. If you're someone who wants pineapple on top of pizza, then we have just the recipe for you. This Hawaiian Pizza with Honey Whole Wheat Crust is the perfect way to channel tropical vacation vibes no matter what time of year it is. Loaded with irresistible flavors like Canadian bacon, pineapple and fresh basil, it's sweet, savory and refreshing all at the same time. While the toppings remain the true star of this dinner dish, the pizza crust is arguably just as good. Made with a combination of honey, Whole Wheat Flour and Active Dry Yeast, it adds a subtle sweetness to the meal that pairs perfectly with the juicy pineapple. Loved by adults and kids alike, we're confident that it will quickly become a family favorite.

Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bread

If you're not ready to stray away from your favorite toppingpepperoniand would rather perfect it instead, we have just the recipe for you. This Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bread is so good that it won the 1st place prize at the 2008 Multnomah County Fair. Made with ingredients like pepperoni, cheddar cheese, Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour and Active Dry Yeast, a light, fluffy and irresistibly cheesy bread is created that's so good it's sure to win over even the pickiest of eaters. So make this bread the next time you're cooking for guests to create the perfect edible icebreaker. As you can see by the recipes above, active dry yeast is an essential part of making delicious pizza dough. When combined with ingredients like flour, warm water and sugar, it enables the crust to rise just enough to create a sturdy and flavorful base for all of your favorite toppings. Try out one of the initial pizza dough recipes above, or create one of the recipes from our list of favorite pizza topping combinations. No matter which dough you choose to make, it's sure to be a success if active dry yeast is used. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, we wish you a flavorful day full of cooking and fun!  
Bob's Red Mill
May 05 2022

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