No Knead Pizza Dough

Making homemade pizza with this simple no-knead pizza dough recipe has never been easier! Perfect for weeknights or even relaxed weekends, this method requires very little effort and delivers the perfect result. With a few basic ingredients and time to let the dough rise, you can have a delicious homemade pizza even better than your favorite take out!

With a no knead pizza dough you can make it thick crust or thin! Ready in two hours. Pizza never tasted so good! We like to make a Pizza Margherita or why not make it your own way or even one of our other favourites such as,  Pizza Bianca or a Sauteed Mushroom and Pancetta Pizza.

I don’t know if you have a pizza night in your house, but in our house it’s usually Friday night. But as far as me and my kids are concerned it could probably be every night.

If there is one thing I have learned from being in Italy you can make Pizza any way you want! Between pizza and pasta I never imagined all the different types there are.

I learned the perfect snack for a growing kid is pizza, the perfect appetizer is a slice of Pizza Bianca sliced in the middle (like a sandwich) add a few slices of Mortadella or Prosciutto and there you have Italian Party food.

I know it’s easy to find a good already made Pizza Dough now, from the grocery store, the bakery or even your favourite pizzeria. But you have to admit Homemade is better! After making the perfect No Knead Bread,  I thought why not a good no Knead Pizza Dough?

I also have a a really good Pizza Dough made the old fashioned way! Yes a little kneading is required. But so good.

Recipe Ingredients

• Sugar – or honey
• Salt
• Yeast – active dry
• Flour – all purpose or bread flour
• Water – lukewarm water

What Are The Ingredients For Pizza Margherita Sauce?

There are only 4 ingredients in Pizza Margherita Sauce, a can of Pelati (peeled) Roma or San Marzano tomatoes, be sure to get the ones with no extra ingredients. Just the tomatoes, Plain and simple. Fresh Basil (a must), olive oil and a little salt. No need to cook just mix it all together.

How to make a No Knead Pizza Dough

In a small bowl lukewarm water and sugar stir to combine, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let sit then stir to combine.

In a large bowl add the flour and make a well in the middle, add the yeast mixture and remaining water, start to mix then add the salt and combine well. Cover the bowl and place in a warm draft free place.

Place the risen dough on a lightly olive oiled baking sheet (or two if you prefer thin crust pizza), let rest. While the pizza is resting make the sauce, in a medium bowl add the tomatoes and sauce from the can (roughly chop), add the salt, olive oil and fresh chopped basil. Stir to combine.

Spread the rested dough with your hands on the pan (or pans) and top with the tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil. Bake until the crust is done and the cheese has melted. Slice and serve. 

Can I Use Fresh Mozzarella Instead Of Firm Mozzarella?

Yes you can, although I do recommend place the fresh mozzarella in a sieve and letting it sit in at room temperature for about an hour to remove as much water as possible.

When Was Pizza Margherita Invented?

The Pizza Margherita was first made in June of 1889 in Naples, to honour the Queen of Italy, Margherita of Savoia. Raffaele Esposito the chef, prepared the “Pizza Margherita”, topped with tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil, these were the colours that represented the Italian Flag.

More delicious Pizza recipes to try

Nothing better than pizza, why not give these ones a try!?

• Easy Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
• Roman Pinsa Pizza
• Homemade Potato Pizza – Two Ways
• Easy Pull Apart Pizza Bread

So if Pizza night for you is Friday or Saturday, or maybe you have a whatever day, then I hope you give the No Knead Pizza Dough a try and let me know what you think! Buon Appetito.

.Updated from February 8, 2019.