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Jamie Oliver Pizza Dough

Jamie Oliver Pizza Dough
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Jamie Oliver’s pizza dough is a yeast-based dough made from flour, water, yeast, olive oil, and salt, kneaded until smooth and allowed to rise before being shaped and baked into pizzas.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

    • 500g strong bread flour

    • 7g instant dried yeast

    • 1 teaspoon sugar

    • 325ml warm water

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 teaspoon salt

Optional additions:

    • Dried oregano

    • Garlic powder

    • Semolina for dusting

    • Wholemeal flour (partial substitution)

Instructions

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and leave for 5–10 minutes until slightly foamy.

Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients

Place the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Mix them together evenly.

Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients

Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour. Stir with a wooden spoon until a rough dough begins to form.

Step 4: Bring the Dough Together

Use your hands to gather the mixture into a single dough ball. If it feels too sticky, add a little flour. If too dry, add a small amount of water.

Step 5: Knead the Dough

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth, elastic, and springy.

Step 6: First Rise

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Leave in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 7: Knock Back the Dough

Once risen, gently press the dough down to release excess air. This improves texture and makes shaping easier.

Step 8: Divide and Shape

Divide the dough into 2–4 portions depending on your preferred pizza size. Shape each portion into a smooth ball.

Step 9: Roll or Stretch the Dough

Using your hands or a rolling pin, stretch each dough ball into a round pizza base. Leave the edges slightly thicker for a traditional crust.

Step 10: Add Toppings and Bake

Add your preferred sauce, cheese, and toppings. Bake in a preheated oven at 240°C (465°F) for 10–12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crisp.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/pizza-dough/