Description
This sourdough discard pizza dough recipe creates a chewy, flavorful crust with just a slight tang. It’s an easy way to use up unfed starter and turn pizza night into something amazing.
Ingredients
1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
½ cup warm water
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
2 to 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it foam for 5–10 mins.
2. Stir in sourdough discard and olive oil until well mixed.
3. Add salt and gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead on a floured surface for about 6–8 mins until smooth and elastic.
5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour or until doubled.
6. Punch down and roll out into your desired pizza shape.
7. Top with sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
8. Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 mins until the crust is golden and bubbly.
Notes
For extra flavor, refrigerate the dough overnight and let it come to room temperature before baking. This enhances both flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of dough)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough discard, pizza dough, easy homemade pizza