Sourdough Discard Pizza Crust

November 29, 2024

20 mins. & 4 hours

easy

2 medium pizza crusts

Are you a fan of a thin and crispy or soft and chewy pizza crust? Whichever one is your favorite, this carefully prepared homemade pizza crust always tastes a bit better than a store-bought one. With this pizza crust recipe you can achieve pizzeria-quality results right in your own home. With just a few basic ingredients—flour, water, sourdough discard, and a touch of olive oil—you can create a dough that is flavorful, and adaptable to any topping combination. This crust will be the perfect base for your favorite pizza, whether it is a classic Margherita, a veggie pizza, or a meat lover’s pizza.

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Ingredients:

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	1cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
	1/2 cup warm water
	1 tsp salt
	1 tbsp olive oil
	1 tsp sugar or honey

Directions

1.

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the sourdough, flour, warm water, salt, olive oil, and sugar or honey. Mix the dough with a spoon or your hands until smooth.

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2.

Step 2

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly sticky but easy to work with. If it is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

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3.

Step 3

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth and let rest at room temperature for 2-4 hours.

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4.

Step 4

Once the dough has risen, divide it into two equal parts. Roll each part into a ball, flatten, and stretch into a circle (10-12 inches wide) with a rolling pin or your hands.

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5.

Step 5

If you would like to have a crispier crust, preheat the oven to 245°C (475°F) and pre-bake the crust with a baking stone or steel inside (or use parchment paper). Pour the shaped dough onto the parchment paper or greased pan and bake for 5 minutes without fillings.

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6.

Step 6

Remove the pre-baked crust from the oven, add your favorite toppings, and put it back to the oven. Bake for another 8 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. If you skip pre-baking, bake the pizza directly for 10-13 minutes.

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