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Sourdough Pizza Dough Recipe

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A flavorful sourdough pizza dough with a crisp, chewy crust and subtle tang, made using natural fermentation for artisan-quality results. Perfect for homemade pizzas with any topping, this recipe yields exceptional flavor and texture without commercial yeast.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10–15 mins
  • Total Time: 6–8 hrs (including rise time)
  • Yield: 2 x 12-inch pizzas
  • Category: Pizza Dough
  • Method: Hand Kneading
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240g) active sourdough starter
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water
  • 3 cups (360g) bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

  1. Feed the sourdough starter several hours before beginning so it’s active and bubbly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine starter, warm water, and olive oil.
  3. Add bread flour and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise at room temperature for 4–6 hours or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough, divide into two portions, and shape each into a ball.
  7. Let the dough balls rest for 30–60 minutes before stretching into pizza bases.
  8. Top with desired sauce, cheese, and toppings.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven or on a pizza stone at high heat until the crust is golden and crisp.

Notes

  • Makes enough dough for two 12-inch pizzas.
  • For nuttier flavor, swap part of the bread flour with whole wheat flour.
  • For extra chewiness, use only high-protein bread flour.
  • Refrigerating overnight deepens the sour flavor.
  • Store dough balls in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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