This easy homemade dough is soft, fluffy, and perfect for making pizza, dinner rolls, stuffed buns, flatbreads, and more. Made with just a few simple ingredients!
Prep Time: 15 minutes Rising Time: 1–1½ hours Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes Servings: 8–12 portions
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (about 500 g)
- 1 cup warm milk (240 ml)
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional, helps with browning)
- ¼–½ cup warm water, as needed
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar. Stir until evenly mixed.
Step 2: Add the Wet Ingredients
Pour in the warm milk and olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms. Gradually add warm water as needed until the dough becomes soft and slightly sticky.
Step 3: Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth, soft, and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes.
Step 4: Let It Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Let rise in a warm place for 60–90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape the Dough
Gently punch down the risen dough to release excess air. Divide it into portions and shape according to your recipe.
Use it for pizza crusts, bread rolls, stuffed buns, or flatbreads.
Step 6: Second Rise
For fluffy bread rolls or buns, arrange the shaped dough on a baking tray, cover, and let rise for another 20–30 minutes.
For pizza, stretch the dough and add your favorite toppings.
Step 7: Bake
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Dinner rolls: Bake for 15–20 minutes.
- Stuffed buns: Bake for 18–25 minutes.
- Pizza: Bake at 450°F (230°C) for approximately 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness.
Bake until golden brown and fully cooked.
Tips for Perfect Crazy Dough
- Use warm milk, not hot, to protect the yeast.
- Add water gradually to avoid making the dough too wet.
- Knead until smooth and elastic.
- Allow enough rising time for a light, fluffy texture.
- Brush freshly baked rolls with melted butter for extra softness.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store covered dough in the refrigerator for up to 24–48 hours.
Freezer: Freeze dough portions in airtight freezer bags for up to 2 months.
Thawing: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then allow the dough to warm and rise as needed before shaping.
Final Result
A beautifully soft, smooth, elastic dough that bakes into fluffy, golden homemade bread. One simple recipe with endless possibilities!
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Recipe note: The original image lists only flour, milk, yeast, and olive oil. Salt, sugar, and extra water are suggested additions to make the dough easier to work with and more flavorful.