Perfect Pizza Dough

Steps

1. 1Activate Yeast: Sprinkle yeast over warm water (110º F) in a bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. 2Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, whisk together flour and sea salt.
3. 3Combine Wet Ingredients: Add olive oil and honey to the flour mixture, then pour in the yeast mixture.
4. 4Form Dough: Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough ball forms. Knead by hand for 5-7 minutes or with a stand mixer’s dough hook for 3-4 minutes until smooth.
5. 5Let Dough Rise: Place dough in an olive oil-coated glass or stainless steel bowl. Cover with a damp kitchen towel and place in a 175º–200º F oven (or warm spot) for 10 minutes until doubled in size.
6. 6Punch Down and Rise Again: Punch down the dough, cover, and let rise for another 20 minutes.
7. 7Portion Dough: Divide into two equal portions for 12-14 inch pizzas or smaller portions for personal pizzas.
8. 8Shape and Bake: Roll or stretch dough on a cornmeal-dusted pizza stone or baking sheet. Add favorite toppings and bake at 425º F for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.