Cheesy Garlic Herb Pizza Dough
Cuisine: Italian
This Cheesy Garlic Herb Pizza Dough is a savory delight with a perfect blend of garlic, oregano, basil, and gooey mozzarella cheese. The crust is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making every bite a flavorful experience.

Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions:
- In a bowl, combine yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and basil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Roll out the dough on a pizza pan, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Slice and serve hot.