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Easy Crispy Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough Recipe for Same Day Baking

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A quick and easy sourdough discard pizza dough recipe that yields a thin, crispy crust with a subtle tang, ready to bake in under 4 hours—perfect for spontaneous pizza cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 g) sourdough discard, unfed, room temperature
  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) warm water (around 90°F / 32°C)
  • 1 teaspoon (3 g) active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (9 g) salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine ¾ cup (180 ml) warm water, 1 teaspoon (3 g) active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon (5 g) sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup (240 g) sourdough discard, 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, and 1 ½ teaspoons (9 g) salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil.
  3. Combine: Use a wooden spoon or dough whisk to mix until the dough just comes together. It will be slightly sticky but not overly wet. Add water by tablespoon if too dry.
  4. Knead: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with dough hook on medium speed for 5 minutes.
  5. First rise: Lightly oil a mixing bowl, place dough inside, cover with plastic wrap or damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 2-3 hours until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the dough: Punch down dough gently, turn onto floured surface, and divide into two equal portions for two 12-inch pizzas or keep whole for one 16-inch pizza.
  7. Preheat oven: Place pizza stone or baking sheet in oven and preheat to 475°F (245°C) for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Stretch the dough: Gently stretch each portion into a thin 12-inch round by hand, avoiding rolling pins to keep air bubbles intact. Transfer to parchment paper.
  9. Add toppings: Add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings sparingly to keep crust crispy.
  10. Bake: Slide pizza with parchment onto hot stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
  11. Finish and serve: Remove from oven, let cool a few minutes, slice, and enjoy.

Notes

Use warm water around 90°F to activate yeast without killing it. Kneading is essential for gluten development and texture. Preheat baking surface for at least 30 minutes for a crispy crust. Stretch dough by hand to preserve air bubbles. Use minimal toppings to avoid sogginess. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend but expect different texture.

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