Instant Pizza Crust is a pizza crust that does not require yeast as a rising agent. Instead, it uses yogurt, baking powder leavening agents to create a light and airy bread crust.
This type of pizza crust can be made quickly and easily, without the need for long proofing. It may also be a good option for individuals who have a yeast intolerance or prefer a simpler and quicker pizza crust recipe.
Instant Pizza Crust
Course: Dinner, LunchDifficulty: BeginnerServings
6
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
20
minutesInstant Pizza Crust, a Super Easy Pizza Crust
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour (scoop and level method)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 cup Greek or regular plain yogurt
1/2 tbsp. light olive oil
Directions
- Mix together flour, baking powder and salt in a medium-size bowl.
- Add yogurt, oil and mix until combined and forms a dough. Dough should be firm and not too sticky. Knead dough a few times. Let dough rest covered in bowl for about 5 minutes.
- Pat with hands into a greased flat pizza pan or 12×11 inch non-stick cookie sheet or 12 inch pizza pan. If dough is too sticky sprinkle a little flour on top of the crust before patting into pan. Top with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and toppings- for a firmer crust bake pizza crust for about 4-5 minutes before adding pizza sauce and toppings. Bake in preheated 400F degrees for 18-20 minutes or until crust is lightly brown. Makes enough dough for one 12 inch pizza.