Description
Delicious New York pizza brings classic Italian-American flavors to your kitchen. Crispy thin crust and tangy sauce combine for an authentic slice that transports you to Manhattan’s bustling streets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.75 cups (470g) bread flour
- 1.5 cups (315 ml/10.7 fl oz) warm water
- 1 (15 oz/425g) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 to 1.5 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pinch of sugar (optional)
- Olive oil (for brushing crust)
- Red pepper flakes
- Grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Mixing Foundation: Thoroughly combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of dry ingredients through vigorous whisking.
- Liquid Integration: Form a central cavity in the dry mixture, then introduce warm liquid and oil. Utilize a rotating motion to merge components, creating a shaggy, preliminary dough structure with minimal handling.
- Dough Development: Transfer mixture to a clean surface and execute a deliberate kneading technique. Apply consistent pressure and folding motions, transforming the mass into a smooth, elastic entity with robust gluten formation. Continue until the dough exhibits a supple, responsive texture that springs back when gently pressed.
- Portioning and Resting: Divide the dough into equal portions, gently shaping each into a rounded sphere. Lightly coat with olive oil and place in individual containers. Seal with tight-fitting lids or plastic wrap to prevent moisture loss.
- Fermentation Process: Strategically position dough containers in the refrigerator, allowing for slow flavor development and structural enhancement over 12-24 hours. This extended cold rest intensifies taste complexity and improves overall texture.
- Final Preparation: Remove dough from refrigeration, allowing segments to gradually warm to room temperature. This gentle tempering process ensures optimal elasticity, volume, and readiness for subsequent culinary transformation.
Notes
- Flour Quality Matters: Use high-protein bread flour for authentic New York pizza texture, creating a chewy and crisp crust that holds toppings perfectly.
- Temperature Control: Ensure warm liquid is precisely 110-115°F to activate yeast without killing it, which guarantees proper dough rising and flavor development.
- Kneading Technique: Work the dough consistently for 8-10 minutes, developing strong gluten networks that provide signature stretchy and elastic pizza base.
- Fermentation Magic: Cold fermentation develops deeper, more complex flavor profiles, so resist rushing the 12-24 hour refrigeration process for authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg