Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Dough.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious journey, grab a large bowl and mix together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, salt, white sugar, olive oil, and warm water.

2. Step 2

   Use a spatula to stir the ingredients until they come together to form a sticky ball of dough that easily pulls away from the sides of the bowl—this should take about 3 to 4 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Once your dough is ready, cover the bowl with a light cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot, ideally between 80 to 95°F (27 to 35°C), for about 18 hours.

4. Step 4

   You’ll know it’s ready when it has doubled in size, filling your kitchen with a delightful aroma.

5. Step 5

   When the time is right, preheat your oven to a sizzling 550°F (280°C) and prepare a baking sheet by sprinkling it with cornmeal to keep your crust from sticking.

6. Step 6

   Now, it’s time to turn that risen dough onto a lightly floured surface.

7. Step 7

   Sprinkle a little more flour on top and shape the dough into a rectangle.

8. Step 8

   Cut it into four equal pieces, and for each piece, stretch and tuck the dough to form a smooth ball.

9. Step 9

   Cover these dough balls with a towel and let them rest for about 15 minutes—this little break helps them relax and makes shaping easier.

10. Step 10

    Next, sprinkle some flour on your work surface and gently pat each ball flat.

11. Step 11

    Using a rolling pin, roll each piece into a thin disk, aiming for about 9 inches in diameter.

12. Step 12

    Once you have your crusts ready, transfer them to the prepared baking sheet and top them with your favorite ingredients—this is where you can get creative! Bake your pizzas on the bottom rack for 4 minutes, then move them to the middle rack for an additional 5 to 6 minutes.

13. Step 13

    Keep an eye on them; you want the bottom to be crispy and the top to be lightly browned, creating that perfect golden finish.

14. Step 14

    Once they’re done, let them cool slightly on a cooling rack before serving.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy the fruits of your labor with family and friends, and savor every delicious bite!.