Whole-Wheat Pizza Dough
To improve the nutritional profile of pizza, include whole-wheat flour in the crust. Using half whole-wheat and half all-purpose yields a light crust with a distinctive nutty taste. Quick-rising yeast shortens rising time to just 10 minutes, making wholesome homemade pizza a possibility for busy weeknights.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
Makes 1-12 ounce or 1 pound dough
Ingredients
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3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 package quick-rising yeast, (2 1/4 teaspoons), such as Fleischmann's RapidRise
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon sugar
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1/2-2/3 cup hot water, (120-130 degrees F)
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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 cup whole-wheat flour
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 package quick-rising yeast, (2 1/4 teaspoons), such as
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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3/4 cup hot water, (120-130 degrees F)
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
1.
Combine whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, salt and sugar in a food processor; pulse to mix. Combine hot water and oil in a measuring cup. With the motor running, gradually pour in enough of the hot liquid until the mixture forms a sticky ball. The dough should be quite soft. If it seems dry, add 1 to 2 tablespoons warm water; if too sticky, add 1 to 2 tablespoons flour. Process until the dough forms a ball, then process for 1 minute to knead.
2.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Coat a sheet of plastic wrap with cooking spray and place it, sprayed-side down, over the dough. Let the dough rest for 10 to 20 minutes before rolling.
3.
Place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet on the lowest oven rack; preheat oven to 500 degrees F or highest setting. Roll and top the pizza as desired (we suggest a 13-inch circle) and bake the pizza until the bottom is crisp and golden, 10 to 14 minutes. Serve immediately.
Tip:
MAKE AHEAD TIP: Store in a plastic bag coated with cooking spray in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before using.
Nutrition information
Calories 766, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Monounsaturated Fat 8 g, Sodium 1882 mg, Carbohydrate 142 g, Fiber 16 g, Protein 26 g, Potassium 542 mg. Exchanges: Starch 9, Fat 2
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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