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    Homemade Pizza Dough Without Yeast (Soft and Chewy!)

    Published: Sep 8, 2022 · Modified: Dec 6, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

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    Homemade Pizza Dough Without Yeast - This delicious whole grain pizza crust is made without yeast or oil! A surprising ingredient helps keep the dough soft and chewy.

    Slice of cheese pizza on a white plate.

    Who wants pizza?!

    Made without oil or yeast, this is my absolute favorite whole grain crust to make, and the crew here enjoys it too!

    It's soft and chewy, and it comes together super quick. No waiting around for the yeast to bloom or the dough to rise.

    What can I use instead of yeast in pizza dough?

    Because of various health issues, I limit my yeast intake, and have created this delicious alternative using baking powder!

    A good ratio of baking powder to flour can create a crust that is very similar to one with yeast.

    In this crust, the addition of a surprising ingredient (applesauce!) also lends itself to a soft and chewy texture.

    Slice of cheesy pizza being pulled from whole pizza.

    How to make pizza without yeast

    Ingredients needed

    Ingredients for pizza laid out on a table, including spelt flour.

    Recipe steps

    Mix together the dry ingredients, then add in the applesauce and water and knead the dough.

    • Flour, salt, and baking powder in a large white bowl.
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    • Flour that looks pebbly in a large bowl with a purple spatula.
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    • Two hands kneading dough on a granite countertop.
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    Roll out the dough, pre-bake the crust, then top the crust before the final bake.

    • Rolling out dough on a granite countertop.
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    • Pizza pan with unbaked pizza dough.
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    • Unbaked pizza on a pizza pan on top of a granite counter.
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    One slice of pizza on a white plate with a doily underneath.

    Personally, I'm a fan of making the crust a bit thicker, adding on healthy spoonfuls of my Homemade Pizza Sauce, tons of veggies, and a light sprinkle of raw cheddar.

    The kids will even eat their vegetables this way, much to my astonishment!

    FAQs

    Can I make this gluten-free?

    I've not tried using a gluten-free flour for this, so I can't say for sure. Please see below for some wonderful gluten-free alternatives!

    Is there a substitute for the applesauce?

    The applesauce is what makes this crust soft and chewy, so I wouldn't sub it out. See my recipe for how to make Instant Pot Applesauce, and keep it on hand for other recipes or eating!

    Is it worth making your own pizza dough?

    Yes, totally! You get to control what goes into the dough and avoid ingredients like sugar or preservatives that can be in store-bought crusts.

    What is the best cheese to use on pizza?

    The tried and true pizza cheese for some time has been mozzarella. Though it may be taboo, I love using a combination of white cheddar and parmesan. This article details some other cheese options and why they're good.

    Recipe notes

    This is my favorite spelt flour to use (no affiliation).

    Hand holding a slice of pizza.

    Troubleshooting

    It can be tricky to find the right consistency with homemade pizza dough if you're a beginner, so here are a few tips!

    Add in the water slowly, beginning with 2/3 cup. Add one tablespoon at a time until you can begin to knead the dough without any sticking to your hands.

    If you do add too much water and the dough sticks to your hands, slowly add in more flour.

    The sweet spot is having the dough be moist enough that it is soft and pliable, but does NOT stick to your hands.

    Looking for a good gluten-free crust? Try one of these!

    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust

    Red Lentil Pizza Crust

    Quinoa Pizza Crust

    Slice of cheese pizza on a white plate.
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    Homemade Pizza Dough Without Yeast

    This delicious whole grain pizza crust is made without yeast or oil! A surprising ingredient helps keep the dough soft and chewy.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time14 mins
    Total Time34 mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Sugar-free, Whole grain, Yeast-free
    Servings: 16 slices
    Calories: 68kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ cups spelt flour about 185 grams
    • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • ⅔ - 1 cup warm water

    Instructions

    • Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
    • Stir in the applesauce until the mixture looks pebbly.
    • Add in the water slowly, until the dough comes together. It should be neither too dry nor too sticky to the touch.
    • Knead until the dough is a smooth ball, about 2-3 minutes.
    • Cover the dough with the same bowl you used to mix the ingredients, letting it sit while your oven warms and you begin your topping prep.
    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
    • After 10 minutes, divide the dough into two balls (don't knead it), and roll out each ball to fit your pizza pan.
    • Pre-bake the crusts for four minutes.
    • Remove the crusts, top with sauce, veggies, and/or cheese, and bake for 8-10 more minutes (I put one on the top rack and one on the bottom rack, bake for six minutes, then switch them around) or until toppings are baked through.
    • Remove, cool, slice, and enjoy!

    Notes

    WW Points: 2

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 0.9g | Fiber: 2.4g | Calories: 68kcal | Fat: 0.4g | Protein: 2.6g | Carbohydrates: 14.9g

    If you have a chance to try this recipe, please leave a star rating and a comment below letting me know how you liked it!

    Shared with: Full Plate Thursday, Inspire Me Monday, Fiesta Friday

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    Comments

    1. Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook

      September 19, 2022 at 1:47 am

      I've tried making pizza dough without yeast, too, but I used yogurt. Using applesauce is a great idea - must try! Thanks a bunch for sharing at Fiesta Friday party! I hope to see you next week.

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      • Lauren

        September 19, 2022 at 11:40 am

        Thanks, Jhuls! I too tried the yogurt, but it ended up drying my dough out quite a bit, whereas the applesauce doesn't. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Sophie

      September 18, 2022 at 10:37 am

      Hi Lauren! Could this dough be used to make pigs in a blanket? I have been looking all over for a spelt flour pizza dough that is also oil free. Please let me know if you think it would work!

      Thank you in advance!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        September 19, 2022 at 11:38 am

        Hi Sophie!

        Sorry I missed your message. I do think it would be possible, as it is a sturdy dough. I've even considered pretzels, like the mall variety. Let me know if you try it, I'd love to hear if it works.

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        • Sophie

          September 20, 2022 at 7:31 am

          Hi Lauren!

          Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. I have bookmarked this recipe and I look forward to trying it very soon. I will definitely get back to you on how it works! Thank you again.

          Reply
    3. Tammy

      September 14, 2022 at 8:23 am

      I'm honestly so impressed with this pizza crust recipe! It looks so perfect and I'm blown away that it's made with applesauce and no yeast. I have to make this...thank you!

      Reply
    4. Wow!

      September 08, 2022 at 11:35 am

      OMG, this is the best pizza recipe ever!

      Reply
    5. Zhanna

      November 29, 2020 at 10:09 am

      Hello! This sounds amazing! Just wondering if I can not the baking powder? Any thoughts? I would greatly appreciate it!

      Reply
    6. Kaley

      December 23, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      I have tried several yeast free pizza crust recipes. This is by far THE BEST! Everyone loved it! Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Jen

      August 14, 2017 at 9:49 am

      This is my favorite crust. I avoid yeast and oil, so this is absolutely perfect!!

      Reply
    8. Stacie

      May 12, 2017 at 12:38 pm

      This is freak'n delicious! Seriously, wow!

      Reply
    9. Samantha

      April 30, 2017 at 10:39 am

      Can I use gluten free flour instead of spelt?

      Reply
      • Lauren

        April 30, 2017 at 1:01 pm

        Hi Samantha,

        I'm not sure as I've not tried. I would guess that it would though!

        Reply
    10. Natalie

      November 10, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      Love this recipe!! Super easy, quick and delicious!! Thanks for sharing!!!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        November 10, 2016 at 7:07 pm

        Thanks Natalie, it's a favorite around here as well! 🙂

        Reply
    11. kimmythevegan

      June 14, 2016 at 1:20 pm

      Awww Happy Birthday Sammy! He is so completely adorable!!
      We used to always celebrate my birthdays at home and I have fond memories of it =) That cake looks amazing!!!!! Mmmm chocolate.
      And I love how simple the crust sounds - just a few ingredients. Nice!
      Thanks for sharing at Healthy Vegan Fridays - I'm pinning & sharing. Have a great week, Lauren!

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      • Lauren

        June 15, 2016 at 5:10 pm

        Thank you Kimmy! 🙂

        Reply
    12. caileejoy

      June 11, 2016 at 4:59 pm

      This looks so good!! What a great recipe! Hope that you're having a great weekend!
      xoxo Cailee @ http://hellohealthyeating.com 🙂

      Reply
    13. JoAnn Whitley

      June 11, 2016 at 3:46 am

      This looks like a great one to try. I have been looking for a pizzza pan like yours that is stainless....is yours stainless or aluminum? and if stainless what is the brand?

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      • Lauren

        June 11, 2016 at 8:54 am

        Hi JoAnn,

        It is stainless, I'm not a fan of aluminum. I can't find the brand on it, unfortunately. It's just some old, cheap thing I got at TJMaxx, I think. Sorry for not being more helpful!

        Reply

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