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Baked whole wheat pizza dough, cut into triangular pieces on a pizza pan.

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough


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Description

Our whole wheat pizza dough without refined flour or sweeteners is the perfect wholesome base for your favorite pizza toppings. It is an excellent whole-grain alternative to traditional pizza crust, takes a few minutes of hands-on time, and can be made ahead.


Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups whole-wheat flour or white whole-wheat flour, plus additional for rolling
  • 1 packet instant or rapid rise yeast, approximately 2 1/4 teaspoons
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup water, 120-130 degrees F
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey

Instructions

  1. Place flour, yeast, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook and mix until combined about 30 seconds.
  2. Add water, oil, and maple syrup (or honey.) Stir together with a silicone spatula until it starts to clump together, then knead with the dough hook on medium-low speed until smooth and just slightly sticky, about 5 minutes.
  3. Spray a medium-sized bowl with nonstick cooking spray. Place the dough in the bowl turning to coat on all sides in the oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a tea towel and allow to rise in a warm draft-free area until the dough does not spring back when touched, 30 minutes to 2 hours. 
  4. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees and if using a pizza stone place it on the middle rack.
  5. Punch down the dough by gently deflating it with your knuckles and remove it from the bowl. Dust the work surface with flour. Roll or stretch the dough into a thin 12-inch round. Top and bake as directed in your recipe.

Notes

You can use either traditional whole wheat flour or white whole wheat which is made with a variety of wheat that is lighter in color and has a less-pronounced wheat flavor.

Active Dry Yeast: Feel free to proof first but to save time, blend the yeast with the dry ingredients and add very warm water, 120-130°F, to activate the yeast. 

Instant Yeast: Simply add the yeast to your dry ingredients and follow the rest of the recipe. 

Make Ahead: In step 5 after punching down the dough it may be wrapped well and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Let the dough sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before rolling.

  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 48 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the pizza
  • Calories: 116
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 4 g
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