Ultimate Bread Machine Pizza Crust
This Ultimate Bread Machine Pizza Crust recipe takes the stress out of creating delicious homemade pizza. Perfectly chewy and golden-brown, this crust is incredibly easy to prepare using your bread machine. With a mix of unbleached white flour, whole wheat flour, and cornmeal, it delivers a balanced flavor and texture that pairs beautifully with any toppings of your choice. Whether you're enjoying a classic Margherita or a meat lover's delight, this crust will elevate your pizza nights. Easy to follow with customizable options, it's a must-try for pizza enthusiasts.
12
Servings
183
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1 1/4 cups (heated (30 seconds in microwave))
olive oil
2 tablespoons (none)
unbleached white flour
3 cups (none)
cornmeal
1/4 cup (none)
whole wheat flour
3 tablespoons (none)
sugar
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
yeast
2 teaspoons (none)
Instructions
1
Heat the water in the microwave for about 30 seconds until warm, but not boiling.
2
Pour the warm water into the bread machine's baking pan.
3
Add the olive oil to the water in the pan.
4
Gently layer the unbleached white flour, cornmeal, and whole wheat flour on top of the liquid ingredients.
5
In separate corners of the pan, add the sugar and salt, keeping them away from the liquid initially to prevent premature activation of the yeast.
6
Make a small well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast there.
7
Set your bread machine to the 'Dough' cycle and start it. After about 5 minutes, check the dough and scrape down the sides of the pan if necessary.
8
After 10 minutes, monitor the consistency of the mixture. If it appears too dry or crumbly, add an extra tablespoon or two of water.
9
Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough and allow it to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
10
For making pizza: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
11
Divide the rested dough into two equal portions.
12
Sprinkle your work surface lightly with cornmeal and shape each portion into a flat disk of 10-12 inches in diameter.
13
Transfer the disks to a pizza stone, pizza pan, or a lightly greased cookie sheet.
14
Add your favorite pizza toppings.
15
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden and cooked through.
16
For improved texture, consider chilling the dough. Oil a bowl, place the dough inside, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight before shaping.
17
For breadsticks: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and grease two heavy-duty baking sheets.
18
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into long strips about snack size.
19
Twist each strip and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
20
Brush each breadstick with an egg glaze made from one lightly beaten egg white and 1 tablespoon of water.
21
Sprinkle with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or kosher salt for added flavor.
22
Bake for about 10 minutes or until the sticks are golden brown. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
37g
Carbs
3g
Protein
2g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ultimate Bread Machine Pizza Crust?
It is a chewy and golden-brown pizza crust made easily in a bread machine using a blend of white flour, whole wheat flour, and cornmeal.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What are the calorie counts per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 183 calories.
How do I prepare the water for this recipe?
Heat the water in the microwave for about 30 seconds until warm but not boiling.
Which liquids go into the bread machine first?
Pour the warm water into the baking pan first, followed by the olive oil.
How should the flours be added?
Gently layer the unbleached white flour, cornmeal, and whole wheat flour on top of the liquid ingredients.
Where should the sugar and salt be placed?
Add the sugar and salt in separate corners of the pan, keeping them away from the liquid initially.
Why keep sugar and salt away from the liquids?
This prevents the premature activation of the yeast.
How do I add the yeast?
Make a small well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast there.
What setting should I use on my bread machine?
Set the bread machine to the 'Dough' cycle.
When should I check the dough for the first time?
Check the dough after about 5 minutes and scrape down the sides of the pan if necessary.
What should I do if the dough looks too dry after 10 minutes?
If it appears dry or crumbly, add an extra tablespoon or two of water.
How long does the dough need to rest after the cycle?
Allow the dough to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature once the cycle is complete.
What temperature should the oven be for pizza?
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit or 232 degrees Celsius.
How should I divide the dough for pizzas?
Divide the rested dough into two equal portions.
How large should the pizza crusts be?
Shape each portion into a flat disk of 10 to 12 inches in diameter.
How long do I bake the pizza?
Bake the pizza for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden and cooked through.
Can I refrigerate the dough to improve texture?
Yes, place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
What oven temperature is needed for breadsticks?
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit or 218 degrees Celsius for breadsticks.
How many breadsticks does this recipe make?
The dough can be divided into 12 equal pieces to make breadsticks.
What is the glaze for the breadsticks?
Use an egg glaze made from one lightly beaten egg white and 1 tablespoon of water.
What can I sprinkle on the breadsticks?
You can use sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or kosher salt for added flavor.
How long do the breadsticks take to bake?
Bake them for about 10 minutes or until they are golden brown.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 2.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 37 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of the crust?
There are 3 grams of protein per serving.
How much fiber does this crust provide?
It provides 2 grams of fiber per serving.
What amount of yeast is required?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of yeast.
How much cornmeal is used in the dough?
The dough requires 1/4 cup of cornmeal.
How much olive oil is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of olive oil.