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Sourdough Pizza Crust

Perfect Sourdough Pizza Crust: Chewy, Bubbly Bliss at Home

This sourdough pizza crust offers a delightful tanginess and chewy texture, perfect for homemade pizzas.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Bulk Fermentation Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 100 g Active Sourdough Starter Ensure it’s bubbly and well-fed for the best results.
  • 350 g Lukewarm Water Activates the starter and hydrates the dough.
  • 500 g Bread Flour Extra flour can be used for dusting.
  • 10 g Fine Sea Salt Enhances flavor and strengthens gluten structure.
  • 20 g Olive Oil Adds richness and helps prevent sticking.
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh Mozzarella Melts beautifully and adds creamy texture.
  • Seasonal Vegetables e.g., bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • Basil Fresh leaves sprinkled on top before serving.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • pizza stone
  • Plastic Wrap
  • nutritional scale

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 100g of active sourdough starter with 350g of lukewarm water until fully integrated. Gradually add 500g of bread flour, stirring until the mixture forms a shaggy, cohesive dough. Cover the bowl and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Create dimples in the dough and sprinkle in 10g of fine sea salt and 20g of olive oil. Fold the dough over itself multiple times to mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rise at room temperature, performing 'stretch and folds' every 30-45 minutes for about 2-3 hours.
  4. Transfer the risen dough to a floured surface, divide it, and shape into tight balls. Place them in oiled containers and refrigerate.
  5. Preheat your oven to 500-550°F (260-288°C). Let the dough come to room temperature for 30 minutes, then stretch into shape, add toppings, and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizzaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Expert tips include monitoring for bubbles during fermentation and ensuring a hot oven for a crispy crust.

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