Description
This versatile Crazy Dough recipe creates a soft, elastic dough perfect for a variety of baked goods including pizza, cinnamon rolls, and breadsticks. Made with simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this dough is easy to prepare and rises beautifully, offering a reliable base for your favorite baked treats.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (all-purpose or whole wheat)
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, honey, and dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix the dough: Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir together until a dough begins to form and all ingredients are combined.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, developing gluten for proper structure.
- First rise: Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size, allowing the dough to ferment and develop flavor.
- Shape and bake: After the dough has risen, it’s ready for use. Shape it to make pizzas, cinnamon rolls, breadsticks, or other baked goods per your recipe’s baking instructions. Bake accordingly to your specific recipe requirements.
Notes
- Use either all-purpose or whole wheat flour to adjust texture and nutrition based on preference.
- Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- Kneading thoroughly develops gluten which contributes to dough elasticity and structure.
- Covering the dough during rising keeps it moist and promotes good fermentation.
- This dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours after the first rise or frozen for longer storage.
