Best Easy Overnight Pizza Dough Recipes

OVERNIGHT PIZZA DOUGH RECIPE

Steps:

• In a large bowl or measuring cup combine warm water (110 F), yeast, sugar, and oil. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula and set aside to foam for 3 mins.Pro-tip- instant yeast does not need to be activated but I like to ensure my yeast is good and working for me. You may choose to add all ingredients directly to the flour.
• Measure the flour and salt in a mixing bowl or stand mixer with the dough hook. Add the yeast mixture and combine well.Pro-tip - if you do not like kneading I highly recommend using a stand mixer with the hook attachment.
• Knead - By hand - transfer to a well-dusted worktop and knead for 3 minutes - Stand mixer - once all the flour is well incorporated knead on medium for 2 minutes Pro tip - since we have less yeast in this dough and we are going to leave it overnight we do not need to knead to for too long.
• When the dough is soft, shiny, but still slightly sticky shape into a ball. Place the dough in an oiled bowl seam side down. Coat the surface with oil to prevent drying. Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
• Then, place into the refrigerator overnight - up to 24 hours.
• The next day, take the bowl out of the fridge at least 2 hours before you plan to use it. Then, turn the dough out onto a well-dusted floured work surface. De-gas, reshape into a ball. Then roll into a small log. Pro-tip - at this point there is no need for additional flour. So use a light dusting of flour
• Divide the dough into three (for 3 x 12-inch thin-crust pizzas) or two equal pieces (for 2 x 12-inch thick-crust pizzas). Place the balls of dough on a baking sheet.Pro tip - Let the dough rest again for 10 minutes (it will become easier to stretch).
• Preheat oven with pizza stone for at 425°F/220°C/Gas Mark 6 for at least 20 minutes. Pro tip - the pizza must go into a very hot oven only then will you get a good balance of soft, chewy and golden crust.
• Roll one piece of dough to about 12 inches. The dough is soft and elastic you can stretch the dough with your hand to preserve the air bubbles or use a rolling pin. Transfer pizza to the pizza peel or pizza pan (see video).Pro tip - Place parchment paper on a pizza peel or use a pizza tray (parchment is less messy than cornmeal dust or flour).
• Let the pizza base rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Brush the edges of the pizza with olive oil. Pro tip - resting will proof the dough and make those edges puff when baked. Brushing with oil will give a nice golden crisp crust.
• Spread the pizza sauce and add your toppings. Generously sprinkle with cheese - I like to use a mix of mozzarella, parmesan, and cheddar.
• Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven from the pizza peel to the pizza stone (or baking tray).
• Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are crisp and golden and the cheese is melted beautifully. Top with fresh basil leaves.
• Pizza is best eaten fresh out of the oven. Be careful of hot melting cheese especially when serving kids.

THE BEST OVERNIGHT PIZZA DOUGH RECIPE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast.
• In small parts, add water to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.
• Add olive oil to the mixture and stir to combine.
• Dust a flat working surface with whole wheat flour and knead the dough with your hands until it turns elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook to speed up the process.
• Place the dough in a bowl in a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Leave the dough to rise overnight in the refrigerator and use it within three days. Enjoy!