🍕 Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe: Easy Freezer-Friendly Pizza Base

📖 Introduction:

Making pizza at home is fun, easy, and economical — especially when you have a ready-to-use pizza dough on hand. This freezer-friendly homemade pizza dough recipe yields soft, chewy, and perfectly crisp crusts every time. Whether you're making Margherita, Pepperoni, or Veggie Supreme, this recipe gives you a restaurant-quality base with ingredients already in your kitchen.

📝 Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp instant dry yeast

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or any neutral oil)

• 1 cup warm water (not hot)

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🍽️ Step-by-Step Instructions:

🔹 Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–7 minutes until it becomes frothy.

🔹 Step 2: Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 8–10 minutes until a smooth dough forms.

🔹 Step 3: Let it Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

🔹 Step 4: Divide and Shape

Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 equal balls (for medium-sized pizzas). Let rest for 10 minutes before rolling.

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🍞 How to Make Pizza Roti (Base) & Store:

🔹 Step 5: Pre-bake the Pizza Base

1. Roll each dough ball into a round base about 1/4 inch thick.

2. Place on a baking tray. Prick with a fork to avoid bubbles.

3. Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 5–7 minutes only — don’t brown it fully.

🔹 Step 6: Let Cool and Store

• Cool the pre-baked roti completely.

• Wrap each one in plastic wrap or ziplock bags.

• Label with date.

🧊 Storage Guidelines:

• Refrigerator: Store for up to 3 days.

• Freezer: Store for 1 to 2 months. When needed, thaw at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.

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💡 Tips & Notes:

• Always use warm, not hot water to activate yeast.

• Add garlic powder or herbs to the dough for extra flavor.

• You can also freeze the raw dough balls for later use.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: Can I make this dough without yeast?

You can use baking powder + yogurt as a quick alternative, but the rise and texture will be different.

Q2: How do I thaw frozen pizza base?

Simply take it out of the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before using.

Q3: Can I cook this dough on a pan instead of oven?

Yes! You can partially cook the base on a hot tawa for 3–4 minutes per side.

🙏 Thanks for stopping by!

Now you can make pizza anytime — just top, bake, and enjoy! 🍕