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Bobby Flay Pizza Dough Recipe

If you’ve ever dreamed of making restaurant-quality pizza at home, Bobby Flay’s pizza dough recipe is your golden ticket. Known for his bold flavors and flawless technique, celebrity chef Bobby Flay has crafted a pizza dough recipe that delivers the perfect balance of crispy crust and soft, chewy center. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a pizza-making newbie, this dough is easy to master and incredibly versatile.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 (2 1/4 tsp) envelope instant dry yeast
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for coating)

Instructions
 

  • 1. Activate the Dough Base
    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook (or a large mixing bowl if making by hand), combine:
    3 1/2 cups flour
    1 teaspoon sugar
    1 envelope yeast
    2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2. Add Water and Olive Oil
    With the mixer running on low speed, gradually add:
    1 1/2 cups warm water
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3. Knead the Dough
    Knead the dough for about 5–6 minutes on medium speed (or 8–10 minutes by hand) until smooth and elastic.
  • 4. Let It Rise
    Remove the dough and place it on a floured surface. Shape into a ball.
    Lightly coat a clean bowl with olive oil and place the dough inside, turning to coat the surface with oil.
    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel.
    Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • 5. Shape and Use
    Once risen, punch the dough down.
    Turn it onto a lightly floured surface and divide in half (for two pizzas), or leave whole for one large pizza.
    Shape and stretch as desired for your pizza pan or stone.
  • Optional: Pre-Bake the Dough
    For a crisper crust, bake the rolled dough at 450°F for 5–7 minutes before adding toppings.

Notes

🍕 Use This Dough For:

  • Margherita pizza
  • BBQ chicken pizza
  • Classic pepperoni
  • Veggie lovers’ pizza
  • White pizza with ricotta & garlic