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Aldrick Winters

Sicilian Pizza Dough Recipe

This Sicilian pizza dough yields a thick, focaccia-like crust with a golden, crisp bottom and soft, airy interior. Perfect for family pizza nights or weekend gatherings, it pairs beautifully with rich tomato sauce and melty cheese.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 4 1/2 cups King Arthur High-Gluten Flour – for strong gluten structure
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon King Arthur Pizza Dough Flavor – optional for enhanced taste
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons table salt
  • 1 3/4 cups lukewarm water – 105–110°F, adjust slightly if needed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil – plus extra for greasing pan

Equipment

  • List essential tools only:
  • Half-sheet pan (18" x 13")
  • Mixing bowl
  • Dough scraper
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, and pizza dough flavor. Mix until evenly distributed.
  2. Gradually add lukewarm water while stirring with a spatula until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Add olive oil and knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover the dough with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  5. Grease the sheet pan with 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil. Transfer the dough and gently stretch to fill the pan, letting edges rest if resistant.
  6. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough rests for an additional 10–15 minutes.
  7. Add toppings of your choice, optionally placing cheese first to protect the dough from sauce moisture.
  8. Bake on the middle rack for 25–32 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and edges are crisp.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before cutting into squares.

Video

Notes

  • For a lighter, airier crust, use a 24-hour cold fermentation in the fridge before stretching.
  • Avoid adding extra flour when handling sticky dough; olive oil on hands or pan works better.
  • Parbaking the crust for 7–10 minutes can prevent soggy bottoms if using very moist toppings.