Description
This Crazy Dough recipe offers a versatile and easy-to-make base perfect for pizza, cinnamon rolls, breadsticks, and more. Made from simple ingredients, this dough is soft, elastic, and flavorful thanks to a balanced blend of yeast, honey, and olive oil. With just over an hour of preparation and rising time, it’s an ideal homemade dough for a wide range of baked goods.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (all-purpose or whole wheat)
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, honey, and dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Dough: Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the ingredients begin to combine and form a rough dough.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which develops the gluten for good texture.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm area for 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size. This step allows fermentation, improving flavor and texture.
- Use Dough: After the dough has risen, it is ready to be shaped and used for your favorite baked goods like pizza, cinnamon rolls, or breadsticks. Follow your recipe’s baking instructions to finish.
Notes
- Use warm water (about 100°F/38°C) to properly activate the yeast.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option, but expect a denser dough.
- If you want a softer crust, brush olive oil on the dough before baking.
- This dough can be refrigerated after the first rise for up to 24 hours for convenience; bring to room temperature before shaping.
- Honey adds a slight sweetness and helps yeast activation but can be replaced with sugar if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes (baking time will vary depending on final recipe)
- Category: Dough/Base
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American/Universal
