Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

It's a good thing to know how to make your own dough. Plus, being able to make whole wheat dough gives you a healthier option, and one that has that has a richer, nuttier, more wholesome kind of flavor to it. 

For anyone intimidated by the idea of making their own pizza crust--it's okay, like pizza itself, pizza dough is simple too. 

Whole Wheat Pizza Crust

makes one pizza

1 1/8 cups warm water

3 teaspoons active dry yeast

1 1/2 tablespoons honey

1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour, divided

1 teaspoon salt

In a large bowl, combine water, yeast, honey, and olive oil. Mix together with a spoon, then let sit until foamy, this should take about 10 minutes. Add in 2 cups whole-wheat flour, ½ cup of all-purpose flour, and salt, stirring with a spoon until the dough comes together but it still sticky. Using your hands, form the dough into a ball and work the additional 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (you don’t need to use all if it is not needed) in to the dough, kneading it for a few minutes on a floured surface.

Rub the same bowl with olive oil then place the dough inside, turning to coat. Cover with a towel and place in a warm place. Leave it to rise for about  1½ hours.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

After the dough has risen, punch it down and place it back on the floured surface. Using your hands or a rolling pin, shape it as you like. Place the towel back over the dough and let sit in a warm place for 10 minutes.

Add your desired toppings. Bake the pizza for 25-30 minutes, or until crust and cheese are both golden.