CABAL's Foolproof Thin Crust Pizza

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:pizza: FOOLPROOF THIN CRUST PIZZA RECIPE

:fire: Crust That Bites Back

Ingredients (makes 2 large pizzas):

  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour (or 1:1 bread/AP for more chew)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ¾ tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ cup (180ml) warm water (100–110°F)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Mix Dough: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast. Stir in warm water and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead: Knead by hand or mixer for 5–7 minutes until smooth. It should be elastic, not sticky.
  3. Rest/Proof: Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise at room temp for 1–2 hours, or until nearly doubled.
  4. Divide: Punch down and divide into two balls. Let rest 10–15 minutes under a towel before rolling out.

:fire: Optional but awesome: Cold ferment the dough overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor. Bring to room temp before using.

:fire: Tomato Sauce That Doesn’t Suck

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch sugar (optional)
  • Dash oregano and/or red pepper flakes

Instructions:
Mix and simmer for 10 minutes, or skip simmering and use raw for a brighter, fresher sauce. Let cool before applying to dough.

:fire: The Bake (This Is Key)

Setup:

  • Preheat your oven to 500°F (or as high as it goes) for 45 minutes.
  • Use a baking steel, pizza stone, or upside-down cast iron pan. You want screaming heat.

Assembly:

  1. Roll dough paper thin on parchment (think tortilla thin).
  2. Add a light layer of sauce—don’t drown it.
  3. Top with low-moisture mozzarella, or fresh torn mozzarella with paper towel blotted.
  4. Add any other toppings (less is more—avoid sogginess).

Bake:

  • Slide onto stone/steel with parchment.
  • Bake 6–8 minutes until crust edges are crisp and dark spots form.
  • Broil for 30–60 seconds if needed for leopard spots.

:fire: Killer Finishers

  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Fresh basil or arugula
  • Garlic oil or chili honey
  • Shaved parmesan

:brain: Pro Tips

  • Want cracker-thin crust? Skip yeast and use baking powder instead. Bake slightly longer.
  • Don’t overload with cheese or wet toppings. Sog = sad.
  • Preheat your baking surface like you’re launching a space shuttle.