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Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough Recipe

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This Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough recipe offers a quick, easy, and healthier alternative to traditional pizza dough by using Greek yogurt as a key ingredient. The dough requires minimal ingredients and preparation time, producing a soft yet crisp crust perfect for customizable homemade pizzas. Ideal for a speedy weeknight meal, the recipe includes tips for adding seasonings, rolling, and baking the dough to perfection.

Ingredients

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For the Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough:

  • 1 cup / 120 grams Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour, plus 1-2 tablespoons for dusting work surface
  • ½ cup / 142.5 grams Greek Yogurt (thick Greek yogurt, not Greek Style)
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon / 5 grams Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Optional Seasonings/Herbs: garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red chili pepper flakes, dried mint, dried basil, oregano, etc.

For the Pizza:

  • 3–4 tablespoons Pizza Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ¾–1 cup Shredded Italian Blend or Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil (for brushing baking tray)
  • Optional toppings: sliced red or yellow onion, jalapeños, banana peppers, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, pepperoni, chicken, ham, sausage, etc.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare baking tray: Preheat your oven to 200°C / 400°F. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper and brush lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine dough ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add all-purpose flour, Greek yogurt, fine sea salt, baking powder, any optional dried seasonings or herbs, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix with a spoon until the mixture resembles dough crumbles, then use your hands to combine these crumbles into a cohesive dough ball.
  3. Knead and roll the dough: Lightly dust your work surface with flour and place the dough ball on it. Knead for about one minute, adding small amounts of flour if the dough is sticky or a teaspoon of water if too dry, until it no longer sticks to your hands. Roll into a ball and either split into two for smaller pizzas or keep whole for one large pizza. Flatten the dough ball and roll it out with a rolling pin into your desired shape and thickness. Thinner dough yields a crispier crust, thicker dough creates a softer, pillowy crust.
  4. Add toppings: Transfer the rolled dough onto the prepared baking tray. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface, add your choice of toppings such as red onion slices and turkey pepperoni, and scatter shredded Italian blend or mozzarella cheese over the top.
  5. Bake and serve: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until the cheese melts and lightly browns. Remove from oven, allow to cool for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to a cutting board. Slice and enjoy your homemade Greek yogurt pizza!

Notes

  • If using self-rising, wholegrain, or gluten-free flour, the dough texture and rise may vary—adjust flour or liquids accordingly.
  • Ensure using thick Greek yogurt, not Greek Style yogurt, to avoid overly sticky dough.
  • The thinner the dough is rolled, the crispier the crust will be; thicker dough will yield a softer pizza base.
  • Customize the pizza with your favorite toppings to suit your taste.
  • Brushing the baking tray with olive oil helps to prevent sticking and adds slight flavor.

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