Trader Joe's Pizza Dough Recipes Made Easy

Making homemade pizza can be one of the most rewarding—and delicious—cooking experiences. With Trader Joe’s Pizza Dough, you can whip up a pizza that’s as gourmet as any pizzeria! Here’s how to elevate your homemade pizza night to the next level.

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Before diving into the recipe, let’s take a look at the star of the show: Trader Joe’s Pizza Dough. It’s affordable, versatile, and oh-so-easy to handle.

Ingredients for Your Homemade Pizza

For this pizza, you will need:

1 package of Trader Joe’s Pizza Dough (plain or whole wheat)
1 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Your choice of toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
Olive oil for brushing
Italian seasoning (optional)
Flour for dusting

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your masterpiece:

Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 475°F (245°C). This high temperature is key for that perfectly crispy crust!
Prepare the dough: Lightly flour your countertop and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. If you enjoy a thicker crust, leave it a bit more substantial. Remember, dough will rise while baking.
Shape the pizza: Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone. Use your fingers to gently shape and stretch it to fit, ensuring it’s even around the edges.
Brush with olive oil: Lightly brush the crust with olive oil for extra flavor and a beautiful golden finish.
Add the sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about an inch around the edges for the crust.
Add cheese and toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella generously over the sauce, then add your selected toppings. Feel free to get creative!
Season it up: Sprinkle a bit of Italian seasoning over the top if you wish.
Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake it for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Cool and slice: Once out of the oven, let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve!

Enjoy your homemade pizza with friends, family, or even solo on a cozy night in! It’s finger-licking good, and the best part is you can customize it any way you like. Happy cooking!