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Quick & Easy Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough (Chewy and Crispy)

A close-up cross-section of a slice of pizza made with sourdough discard pizza dough, showing a light, airy, open crumb structure.
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Use your sourdough discard to make this simple pizza dough. It results in a flavorful crust that is both chewy inside and crispy outside, perfect for weeknight homemade pizza.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed or unfed starter)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water (or slightly more, as needed)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sourdough discard, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Add the olive oil and begin mixing with your hands.
  3. Slowly add the water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. You may not need all the water, or you might need a splash more, depending on the hydration of your discard.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 3 to 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. This dough does not require a long rise time.
  5. Preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet to 475 degrees Fahrenheit (245 degrees Celsius).
  6. Divide the dough in half if you want two smaller pizzas, or use the whole batch for one large pizza.
  7. Shape the dough to your desired thickness. For a crispier crust, roll it thin. For a chewier crust, press it out by hand, leaving a slightly thicker edge.
  8. Transfer the dough to parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel. Top with your favorite sauce and toppings.
  9. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • This recipe uses sourdough discard, which provides flavor without the long fermentation time of a traditional sourdough recipe.
  • For an extra crispy sourdough pizza crust, bake the dough plain for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
  • If your discard is very wet, you may need to add 1 to 2 extra tablespoons of flour.

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