100 Whole Wheat Pizza Dough And Pizza Tips Recipe

Craft the perfect crispy-yet-chewy whole wheat pizza crust! This recipe, inspired by Peter Reinhart's acclaimed "Artisan Breads Every Day," uses a slightly less hydrated dough for exceptional results. Surprisingly delicious, this 100% whole wheat dough is easier to handle than you think and delivers amazing flavor. Get ready to elevate your pizza night!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 182.8 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
100 Whole Wheat Pizza Dough And Pizza Tips

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 100 Whole Wheat Pizza Dough And Pizza Tips

  • 3 cups (375g) whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
  • Honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • Instant Yeast
  • Water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

How to Make 100 Whole Wheat Pizza Dough And Pizza Tips

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the whole wheat flour, olive oil, salt, and vital wheat gluten (if using).
  3. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it in half (or into the number of pizzas you're making).
  7. Shape each portion into a round or rectangular pizza crust.
  8. Preheat your oven to its highest temperature (usually around 500-550°F or 260-288°C) with a pizza stone or baking steel inside for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Carefully transfer the pizza crust to a pizza peel or baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal.
  10. Top with your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings.
  11. Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking steel.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

2g

Carbs

11g