Pizza is one of my family’s favorite foods. Americans purchase 350 slices every second, so it’s safe to assume that you love pizza, too! These days, you’re probably preparing more pizza at home than you’re buying, and you may be having trouble finding yeast to make the crust. No problem. This easy no-yeast pizza dough recipe (which can be made with white or whole wheat flour) is ready in less than 10 minutes.
Have a warm pizza on the table in well under a half hour with this easy, no-rise crust!
How To Make Easy No-Yeast Pizza Dough
In traditional pizza dough recipes, yeast plays a big role in helping the dough to rise. In this recipe, baking powder and Greek yogurt stand in for yeast.
Baking powder helps the dough to rise but it needs the acid from the Greek yogurt to do its job. Greek yogurt also helps to tenderize the pizza dough.
You must use Greek yogurt in this recipe because regular yogurt is too thin to form the dough. Use any type of plain Greek yogurt you like, such as fat-free or whole milk.
How to Make Whole Wheat Pizza Dough with No Yeast
You can make this pizza dough recipe with 100% whole wheat flour instead of white flour, or a combination of all-purpose and whole wheat. I prefer whole wheat flour to all-purpose for a few reasons, although I just use what I have on hand.
Because the dough has Greek yogurt in it, it’s got more moisture than traditional pizza dough. When I use an whole wheat flour, I find the dough is not as sticky and easier to work with.
I also prefer whole wheat flour for the nutrition it offers. Whole wheat flour has more fiber than all-purpose, and it contains higher levels of certain nutrients, such as potassium, magnesium, and vitamin E. If you struggle to eat at least three servings of whole grains every day, whole wheat pizza dough is an easy, delicious way to include more.
However, it’s perfectly healthy to prepare this recipe with all-purpose flour, which is enriched with B vitamins and iron. Refined grains, such as all-purpose flour, are part of a balanced, healthy diet.
Tips for Making Pizza Dough Without Yeast
This four-ingredient pizza dough without yeast is simple, fast, and foolproof.
If you have kids, this is a perfect time to get them into the kitchen to help, and to learn basic cooking skills, too.
The dough is wetter than traditional pizza dough, so be sure to generously flour your work surface and rolling pin.
Preparation tips:
• The crust will be thin, so be careful when you transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. It if rips, just pinch it to fix the tear. You can divide up the dough and make personal pizzas, which is fun for kids to do.
• Crimp the edges of the dough because it may spread a bit in the oven and you don’t want to lose any of your toppings.
• Top the dough with pizza or marinara sauce (or not!) and whatever cheese and other toppings that you have on hand. Low-moisture cheese works best with this dough, as it already has a fair amount of moisture in it.
Your pizza can be ready in minutes using this easy no yeast pizza dough recipe, prepared sauce, and grated cheese!
Easy No-Yeast Pizza Dough
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or 100% whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425˚F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the Greek yogurt and stir combined.
- Turn out the dough onto a clean, well-floured surface. Using a rolling pin that's been coated in flour, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer the dough to the baking sheet and add toppings.
- Cook on the bottom rack for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
Hi, I'm a registered dietitian, writer, recipe developer, and mother of three who specializes in food and nutrition communications and believes in progress, not perfection. If you're interested in easier ways to live a healthier life, you're in the right place. Welcome!