Description
This Pizza Hut Dough Recipe replicates the beloved pan-style pizza crust with a soft, chewy texture and buttery flavor. Made from simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection, this dough is perfect for homemade pizzas topped with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for greasing)
Optional
- Cornmeal for dusting pans
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active and ready for use.
- Mix the dough: Add the olive oil, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand or with a dough hook attachment on medium speed for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil. Place the dough inside and turn it to evenly coat with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it in half for two medium pizzas or keep it whole for one large pizza. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness and shape. For an authentic Pizza Hut-style crust, press the dough into a greased pizza pan or cast iron skillet dusted with cornmeal.
- Second rise (optional): Allow the shaped dough to rest for 10 to 15 minutes while you preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). For a fluffier pan-style crust, let the dough rise again for 20 to 30 minutes before baking.
- Add toppings and bake: Top the dough with sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and fully cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving to enjoy the perfect homemade Pizza Hut style pan pizza.
Notes
- For a fluffier pan-style crust, allow the shaped dough to rise for an additional 20 to 30 minutes before baking.
- This dough freezes well after the first rise; wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw frozen dough overnight in the refrigerator before using.
- Use cornmeal on the pan to prevent sticking and add texture typical of Pizza Hut crust.
