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Quick & Easy Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough for a Chewy & Crispy Crust

Close-up of the open, airy crumb structure of bread made from sourdough discard pizza dough.
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Use your sourdough discard to make this simple, flavorful pizza dough. This recipe requires no long rise time, making it perfect for weeknight sourdough pizza and reducing food waste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup warm water (approximate)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sourdough discard, flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Add the olive oil and gradually add the warm water, mixing until the dough comes together. You may not need all the water.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. This dough is ready to use immediately; no long rise is needed.
  4. Divide the dough in half for two medium pizzas, or use the entire batch for one large pizza.
  5. Preheat your oven and pizza stone (if using) to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius).
  6. Shape the dough to your desired thickness. For a crispier crust, roll it thin. For a chewier crust, gently stretch it by hand.
  7. Top the dough with your favorite sauce and toppings.
  8. Bake directly on the stone or a preheated baking sheet for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • For a crispier sourdough discard pizza, roll the dough thinner before baking.
  • If you prefer a slightly tangier flavor, you can let the mixed dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before shaping.
  • This recipe is a great way to practice how to use sourdough discard for pizza.

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