Description
Craving pizza right now? This No Rise Pizza Dough Recipe (No Yeast!) is your go-to fix when time is short and hunger is high. Whether you're making mini pizzas (pizzetta) or just want a quick and easy crust for one, this small batch of dough delivers every time. No rising. No waiting.
Ingredients
FOR THE PIZZA BASES
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water
3 tablespoons olive oil
THE TOPPING
12 tablespoons of pizza sauce (bottled ketchup also works)
1 cup shredded mozzarella
toppings of choice such as cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Whisk until combined and set aside.
- Combine the water and oil in a separate measuring jug. Slowly add the water mixture to the flour, holding back a little in case you don't need it all. Using a wooden spoon (or your hands), mix until the dough comes together into a ball.
- It should be soft but not sticky. Add a splash of more water if your dough is too dry. Do not over-knead the dough.
- Lightly flour your work area and a rolling pin. Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle (about 4 inches in diameter) to form the mini pizza bases. You should get 12 in total. Place the mini bases on a baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
- Add the Toppings: Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce on each mini base, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add your choice of toppings and get creative!
- Bake: Carefully transfer the baking sheet or pizza stone into the preheated oven. Bake the Mini Pizzettas for 9-10 minutes at 400°F (200°C) or until the cheese is melted and the edges turn golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the Mini Pizzettas from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an extra pop of color and flavor. Serve them warm.
Notes
Please note that these pizza bases are softer and fluffier than regular yeast pizza but I promise you that they are just as delicious!
Avoid overloading the Mini Pizzettas with too many toppings to avoid a soggy crust.
Add dried herbs to your pizza dough, such as basil, oregano, or thyme. Or dried garlic for extra flavor.
No need to be too finicky with the shape—these are homemade, so they’re not meant to be perfect circles. So a little unevenness around the edges is totally fine.
A little trick I use is pressing the pizza dough balls down gently with the back of a drinking glass to give them a more even shape.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Baking, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American