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Quick Crispy Pizza Recipe Easy Homemade Pizza for Perfect Crunch

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This quick crispy pizza recipe delivers a light, crunchy crust with melty cheese and balanced toppings, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. It uses simple ingredients and a high-heat oven method for a foolproof, delicious homemade pizza.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (310 grams)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup warm water (240 ml), about 110°F (43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dough)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for dough)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for yeast)
  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes (240 ml)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (170 grams)
  • Fresh basil leaves (a handful, optional)
  • Your choice of toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, whisk warm water, sugar, and yeast together. Let sit until frothy and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Make the dough: Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead about 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Let the dough rest: Form dough into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 20 minutes.
  4. Prepare the sauce: Mix crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning and set aside.
  5. Preheat oven and skillet: Place cast iron skillet or pizza stone in oven and preheat to 500°F (260°C) for about 10 minutes.
  6. Shape the dough: Punch down risen dough, transfer to floured surface, roll or stretch into a 12-inch circle about ¼ inch thick. Lightly brush hot skillet with olive oil.
  7. Cook crust base: Place dough in hot skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  8. Add sauce and toppings: Spread sauce evenly over crust, sprinkle mozzarella and chosen toppings lightly.
  9. Bake pizza: Transfer skillet back to oven and bake 7-10 minutes until cheese bubbles and crust edges turn dark golden.
  10. Finish and serve: Remove from oven, scatter fresh basil leaves on top, let cool a couple of minutes, then slice and enjoy.

Notes

Use high heat (500°F) and preheat skillet or pizza stone well for best crust crispness. Avoid overloading toppings to prevent soggy crust. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and adjust water/oil as needed. Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to restore crispness.

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