Neapolitan Pizza Mix
Make perfect homemade Neapolitan pizza with our ready pizza mix and easy-to-follow instructions for hand-kneading, stand-up mixer, or pizza oven methods, yielding two delicious 10-12 inch pizzas. Enjoy a golden crust and melted cheese in no time!
- Stand Mixer
- Baking Stone or Steel
- Baking Screen
- 1 Container Doughfella NYC Pizza Dough Mix
- 1 300ml Warm Water
- 2 TB Olive Oil
Mixing By Hand
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Neapolitan Pizza Mix, yeast, and warm water. Stir until a dough forms.
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Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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First Rise: Lightly grease a bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone or steel, place it in the oven to heat.
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Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a circle or rectangle, about 10-12 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thickness.
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Prepare the Pizza: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured pizza peel or baking sheet. If using a pizza stone, transfer the dough directly onto the hot stone. Add your desired toppings.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
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Cool: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Stand-Up Mixer Instructions:
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Mix Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand-up mixer, combine the Pizza Mix, yeast, and warm water.
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Knead the Dough: Attach the dough hook to the stand-up mixer. Knead on medium speed for about 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
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First Rise: Lightly grease a bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
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Continue from Preheat the oven in previous section: Follow the instructions from By Hand section for shaping, preparing, baking, and cooling the pizza.
Pizza Oven Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough: Follow the instructions from either the By Hand or Stand-Up Mixer sections for mixing, kneading, and the first rise.
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Preheat Pizza Oven: Preheat your pizza oven to 800°F (425°C) or according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a circle or rectangle, about 12-14 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thickness.
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Prepare the Pizza: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured pizza peel. Add your desired toppings.
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Bake: Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or surface of the pizza oven. Bake for 2-4 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted. The exact time will depend on your oven's temperature and design.
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Cool: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
TIPS & TRICKS:
Rest the Dough: Before shaping the dough into its final pizza shape, let it rest for about 10-15 minutes. This will make it easier to stretch into a circle.
Use Warm Water: Ensure the water is warm (about 110°F) to activate the yeast properly.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven or pizza stone to the desired temperature to ensure a crispy crust.
Flour Your Surface: Lightly flour your work surface to prevent the dough from sticking while kneading and shaping.
Don’t Overload Toppings: Avoid overloading your pizza with toppings to ensure it cooks evenly and the crust remains crispy.
Cool Before Slicing: Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set slightly.