Sourdough Pizza Crust Recipe

Give your neglected sourdough starter a new life with this amazing pizza crust recipe! Inspired by Po's Pizza Crust #43740, this recipe transforms a tired starter into a delicious, bubbly crust. Perfect for sourdough lovers, this recipe yields a flavorful pizza base that's both easy and rewarding. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this homemade pizza masterpiece!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 398.1 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sourdough Pizza Crust

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How to Make Sourdough Pizza Crust

  1. In a stand mixer (like a KitchenAid), dissolve 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast in 1 cup of warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 8-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Mix well.
  3. Add 1 cup of sourdough starter (fed and active, or adjust based on your starter's activity level). Mix well.
  4. Gradually add 2-3 cups of all-purpose flour, adding more until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. If the dough is too dry, add a little more starter, a tablespoon at a time.
  5. Using the dough hook, knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Lightly grease a large bowl. Transfer the dough to the bowl, turning once to coat.
  7. Cover with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1.5-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  8. Gently punch down the dough and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Lightly grease a pizza pan or pizza stone and dust with 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal.
  10. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan. You can either roll it out with a rolling pin or gently stretch it by picking up one edge and slowly expanding the dough, working your way around until it fills the pan.
  11. Using a fork, gently poke tiny holes all over the dough to prevent air bubbles.
  12. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake for 10 minutes.
  13. Remove from oven, lightly brush with olive oil.
  14. Add your favorite pizza toppings.
  15. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

6g

Carbs

22g

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