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Quick & Easy Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough for a Chewy and Crispy Crust

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Use your sourdough discard to make this simple, flavorful pizza dough. This recipe requires no long rise time, making it perfect for weeknight sourdough pizza and reducing food waste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the sourdough discard, warm water, and olive oil to the dry ingredients.
  3. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. This is your easy sourdough pizza dough.
  5. Divide the dough in half for two medium pizzas, or use it all for one large pizza.
  6. Let the dough rest, covered with a damp towel, for 15 minutes while you prepare your toppings. This quick rest is key for a weeknight sourdough pizza.
  7. Preheat your oven and pizza stone (if using) to 475°F (245°C).
  8. Stretch or roll the dough to your desired thickness. For a crispy sourdough discard pizza, roll it thin. For a chewier sourdough discard crust, leave it slightly thicker.
  9. Add your sauce and toppings.
  10. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • This recipe uses a small amount of added yeast to speed up the process, making it a quick sourdough discard crust option.
  • For a tangier flavor, you can let the mixed dough rest for 30 minutes before shaping.
  • If you prefer a no yeast pizza dough sourdough, omit the instant yeast and let the dough rest, covered, for 1 to 2 hours until slightly puffy.
  • This is a great recipe for how to use sourdough discard for pizza.

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