Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough
This sourdough discard pizza dough is a flavorful and easy way to reduce waste while making delicious, crispy homemade pizza crusts perfect for any topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 medium pizzas
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) sourdough starter discard (unfed)
- 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water
- 1 tsp instant yeast (optional for extra rise)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, warm water, and olive oil.
- Add flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast (if using). Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours or until doubled.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and prepare your pizza toppings.
- Roll or stretch the dough out on a floured surface into your desired pizza shape.
- Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone, add toppings, and bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and crispy.
Notes
For a chewier crust, ferment the dough overnight in the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before baking.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/sourdough-discard-pizza-dough/