Whole-Wheat Pizza Dough Recipe: Earthy, Rich & Easy to Make Pizza Italian Mediterranean Diet Lunch Dinner Low Sodium

Pizza is always topping the list of the most-loved comfort food. We get it! There's nothing like a slice of pizza with your favorite toppings, oozing with gooey cheese. But what about the pizza crust? For some, the crust can make or break a pizza.

If you're looking to add more whole grains to your diet, this homemade pizza dough recipe is for you. Earthy and rich in flavor, this easy whole-wheat pizza dough recipe is simple to make and results in an amazing pizza for pizza night.

To make this easy low-sodium pizza dough recipe you will need just a few ingredients and enough time to let it rise. Here is your short shopping list: active dry yeast, honey, whole-wheat pastry flour, salt and olive oil.

Use this pizza dough as a base for your favorite pizza toppings. If you need some inspiration, check out these creative pizza recipes:

• Cuban Sandwich Pizza
• Roasted Garlic Spinach Pizza
• Farmers Market Caprese Flatbread

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Cuisine: Italian / Mediterranean / American
Prep Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes to 2 hours and 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes  
Total Time: 2 to 3 hours
Servings: 16 (makes two pizzas)

Ingredients

• 1 cup lukewarm water
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Helpful Products

• Pizza Cutter
• Pizza Stone
• Pizza Oven
• Cornmeal
• Rolling Pin
• Wooden Spoon
• Plastic Wrap
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Mixing Bowl
• Grater
• Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Recipe Notes

• If you want a thinner crust, use a rolling pin to roll the formed dough to desired thickness.

• You can add a thin layer of cornmeal to the pizza pan before placing the dough on it to keep it from sticking.  

Here's how to make it: 

1. Stir together the water, yeast and honey. Let the mixture sit until foamy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Stir in the olive oil, flour and salt until it forms a sticky dough. 
3. Remove the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes. Form into a ball and put the dough into an oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit in a draft-free place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size. 
4. Punch the dough down and divide into two balls. Stretch the dough balls out to form pizza crusts. 
5. To make a pizza, put the dough crust onto a baking sheet. Add toppings and bake in a 450-degree F oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden. 

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories: 151

Total Fat: 6.5g

Saturated Fat: 0.9g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 80mg

Total Carbohydrate: 19.5g

Dietary Fiber: 3g

Total Sugars: 5.2g

Protein: 6.1g

Vitamin D: 0mcg

Calcium: 10mg

Iron: 3mg

Potassium: 267mg

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