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Prep your dough and freeze or eat straight from the oven. Focaccia, Stromboli and Tortano are just a few of our Italian bread recipes helping you bring the taste of Italy to your home.

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If you're craving that perfect homemade pizza but don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen, the Allinson’s easy pizza dough recipe is for you. It takes about 10 minutes of kneading by hand—just enough to feel like you're doing something—and then you let the dough do its thing.
Once the dough has proved, it’s time for the fun part, roll it out or go full pro and give it a spin! Pile on your favourite toppings, pop it in the oven, and wait for that golden, crispy magic.
This pizza dough recipe makes up to 3 large pizzas, so there are plenty of slices to go around. Or you can make now, freeze and enjoy later.
<h2>What flour should I use?</h2>
When making pizza dough we use Allinson’s Strong White Bread Flour. The higher gluten levels in the flour give a chewier, stretchy dough that once baked delivers the most flavourful, chewy, slightly crispy crust – pizza perfection!
<h3>Can pizza dough be made in advance?</h3>
Yes! Pizza dough can be made up to 4-5 days before baking - make sure you keep it in the fridge before using it, and allow it to come to room temperature before shaping it into your pizza bases.
<h3>How do I knead pizza dough?</h3>
It couldn't be easier to knead your pizza dough, even if you're new to making homemade pizza bases! Kneading the dough is a vital stage, as it develops the dough’s gluten, giving the dough its chewy texture and structure.
To knead pizza dough, start by dusting your work surface with flour. Place the dough on the surface and press it down with the heel of your hand, pushing it away from you. Fold the dough back over itself, give it a quarter turn, and repeat the pressing motion. Continue this rhythm, adding flour as needed to prevent the dough from sticking.
Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. To test if it’s ready to bake, poke the dough with your finger; it should spring back.
<h2>How to Store</h2>
Your homemade pizza dough will last up to 4-5 days in the fridge or up to 3 months frozen. You should avoid leaving the dough at room temperature for too long as the surface of the dough may dry out. Lightly coat your dough with oil and wrap with plastic wrap or seal in an airtight container. When you're ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature before shaping the dough into your pizza bases (this could take up to 30 minutes). If freezing your dough, divide it into individual pizza sizes and oil each ball before wrapping tightly in plastic wrap and then popping in the freezer.
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
Fancy taking your dough making skills to the next level?&nbsp;
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 <li>Give our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/copycat-pizza-express-dough-balls">copycat Pizza Express dough balls recipe</a> a try - delicious and garlic'y</li>
 <li>Whip up our delicious <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/sundried-tomato-bread">sundried tomato bread</a> in only an hour!</li>
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<h3>Reasons to make our pizza dough:</h3>
⭐Rated five stars by our community of bakers
⭐Makes up to three large pizza bases
⭐Only uses six ingredients

Pizza Dough Recipe

Packed full of flavour from the sundried tomatoes, this tomato-based bread is a great starting point for those looking to add something a little extra to their everyday bread recipes.
Our sundried tomato bread recipe is simple to follow and easy to make, so you can look forward to serving this delicious loaf as a starter, with fresh olives, balsamic vinegar and olive oil to dip it in.
You can make this recipe with dry-packed sundried tomatoes, but we prefer using the kind which come in oil, as we drizzle a little of the tomato-infused oil over the top of the dough before baking. Our top tip is to pat the chopped sundried tomatoes down slightly before adding them to the dough to avoid adding too much oil to the mix.
If you’re ready to give another dough recipe a go, try our <a data-item-id="674e3239-d741-5d2d-afd9-a326903c01f1" href="">pizza dough recipe</a> and bake with a topping of your choice!

Sundried tomato bread

Is there anything yummier than fresh dough balls out the over with warm garlic to dip? Whether you want to create garlic dough balls, or even cheese dough balls – this recipe will soon be your go to for fluffy dough balls that are a real crowd pleaser.&nbsp;
Made with Allinson’s Olive Oil Dough, our quick dough balls disappear in a flash, and make a great starter for our Deep Pan Pizza – which is also made with Olive Oil dough.
Once you bring Pizza Express copycat dough balls to your kitchen – you’ll never go back!&nbsp;
If you're a fan of this recipe try out our highly rated <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/pizza-dough">Pizza Dough</a> recipe!

Copycat Pizza Express Dough Balls

The herbs compliment this lovely loaf perfectly. Spend a little time making this bread to impress your famil

Plaited cheese and herb bread

Once you make homemade garlic pizza bread from scratch, it’s hard to beat. It's a total hit with families, and is easier than you think to rustle up when there’s a spare bag of Allinson’s flour in your cupboards.

Garlic Pizza Bread

We tried every word to explain how scrummy this recipe is and nothing did it justice, so you’ll have to bake it for yourself to experience why this truly is the Best Ever Garlic Bread. Made with Allinson’s Olive Oil dough, this garlicky, buttery bread is a sure-fire way of baking your best homemade garlic bread ever.

Best Ever Garlic Bread

You could order Pizza Hut delivery… Or you could make your own homemade deep pan pizza. Whip up your dough on your lunch break, leave to prove and you could be enjoying slices of delicious deep dish pizza in your pjs by the end of the day.
Serve it sizzling in a skillet for a restaurant style experience or keep it simple in a baking tray…it’s all about the base after all. Now all you need to decide is what to watch on Netflix.
Spread the love for our recipe and tell other bakers what you think by leaving a review.
Prefer a thinner base? You will love our <a data-item-id="4064143f-cfc8-4ff6-b28b-df2b109ee91b" href="">Copycat Pizza Express recipe</a>.

Deep Pan Pizza

This Olive Oil bread is made using the Allinson Olive Oil dough - a great starter dough that can be used to create a range of delicious recipes, including this flavoursome and luxurious olive oil bread.

Olive Bread

This classic Italian flatbread is an ideal starter recipe, and we’re here to offer a helping hand at how to make focaccia – whether this is your first time, or your back to bake a classic favourite, this recipe is proven to go down a treat with the whole family.

Herb Focaccia

These mini cheese and tomato pizzas are fantastic to serve up at a party, the perfect finger food that doesn’t compromise on taste. Our cheese and tomato pizza recipe is quick and easy, meaning more time enjoying the party!

Mini Cheese & Tomato Pizza

Forget the takeaway pizza because nothing beats homemade. Enjoy all the things that you love about Pizza Express takeaway with our Copycat Pizza Express recipe; thin fresh base, rich Pizza Express passata and all your favourite toppings. Best of all - no waiting for delivery, this recipe only takes 25 minutes from dough to plate meaning more time to binge watch that must-see Netflix show. Now that’s time well spent. 
 
For more fakeaway ideas, why not try out <a data-item-id="0ab1c0d6-d1c9-5184-a347-3f8167ea571c" href="">Deep Pan Pizza</a> or <a data-item-id="d8a4a40b-50cc-5ddb-b2ac-fa9ef5bc37d1" href="">Copycat Pizza Express doughballs</a> recipes next week?
Baking with a pizza stone? Here's a few tips to make the crispiest pizza bases
How to use pizza stone
Pop your pizza stone in a cold oven &amp; preheat for at least 15 minutes on maximum heat. Transfer the unbaked pizza stone then goes on top of the hot stone, transmitting the heat up to the bottom of the pizza base the same way as a woodfired pizza oven would.&nbsp;
How do you clean a pizza stone?
Clean your pizza stone with fresh water. Don't use washing up liquid as the stone will absorb this...unless you enjoy the taste of soapy pizza of course!&nbsp;
What else can I use a pizza stone for?
Pizza stones can also be used to cook lots of other breads from pittas &amp; flatbreads to the crispiest cheese toastie. You can even use it to crisp up your roast potatoes.&nbsp;

Copycat Pizza Express Pizza

This cheese and basil pinwheel bread recipe is great to take on picnics and share with family and friends!

Cheese and basil pinwheel bread

We all love a pizza, this creation is a great way to make the most of those christmas dinner leftovers. This tasty recipe for turkey, ham and cranberry pizza is a great combination. This would be great served hot or cold at&nbsp;a new year's eve&nbsp;party.

Turkey, Ham & Cranberry Pizza

This gluten free sundried tomato focaccia is a doddle to make. We've used gluten free buckwheat blend flour which is perfect for getting a rise out of breads. Rest assured bakers, taste and texture is not compromised with this gluten free alternative flour blend, and what's better, you can freeze your focaccia for zero waste! Seal in an airtight bag or container for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature and serve.&nbsp;

Gluten Free Sundried Tomato Focaccia

Calzone pizza filled with cheese, cherry tomatoes and ham.

Calzone

Pinwheels please! If you love pizza, and all things cheesy, then you've just met your perfect match. The deliciousness of rich pesto sauce, rolled up into wheels oozing with gooey mozzarella cheese, sandwiched with soft dough. We're off to bake them as we speak.

Mozzarella and Pesto Pinwheels

This recipe for cheesy meaty pretzel bites is the perfect go-to if when you’ve got a few people coming over. A gorgeously soft little pretzel bun with a dollop of gruyere and pancetta sauce in the middle, these little bites are dangerously moreish, you won’t be able to stop at just one.

Gruyere & Pancetta Pretzel Bites

Still on the hunt for the perfectly satisfying Sunday morning breakfast or brunch bake? We hear you. We've come up with the ultimate breakfast... on a pizza! This recipe is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch.

Breakfast Pizza

What is the secret to good pizza dough? Well a great recipe of course.&nbsp;
If you are looking for a healthier alternative or to improve your digestive health this pizza is the one for you. A classic combo of ham and sweetcorn topping a fresh wholemeal pizza base. Or if you prefer once you have mastered the wholemeal pizza dough get creative with your favourite toppings to please the whole family.&nbsp;

Ham & Sweetcorn Wholemeal Pizza

Our Italian inspired Prosciutto &amp; Sun-Dried Tomato Plait is the perfect savoury way to bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen, to share with family. 
 
With sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto this bread is perfect to share with a glass of wine, or a selection of cheese. By plaiting the bread, flavours intertwine through the bread, giving you the most rewarding taste for a simple bread bake.

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