Name: Papa Johns Homemade Original Hand-Tossed Pizza Dough Recipe
Uploaded: 2026-06-08T21:51:49.452Z
Duration: 1 min
Description: Make Homemade Original Hand-Tossed Pizza Dough Recipe in just 2h . Papa John's original hand-tossed pizza dough that aims to mimic the slightly sweet and chewy texture of the famous recipe.

Papa John's original hand-tossed pizza dough that aims to mimic the slightly sweet and chewy texture of the famous recipe.

In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F or 43°C) and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Activate the Yeast

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.

Combine Ingredients

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.

Knead the Dough

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.

First Rise

Once risen, punch down the dough to release air. Divide it into 2 equal portions for large pizzas or leave it whole for one extra-large pizza. Shape each portion into a ball.

Shape the Dough

Cover the dough balls with a damp cloth and let them rest for another 30 minutes before stretching out to your desired pizza size.

Second Rise

All-purpose flour

Warm water

Active dry yeast

Sugar

Salt

Olive oil

Homemade Original Hand-Tossed Pizza Dough

Make Homemade Original Hand-Tossed Pizza Dough Recipe in just 2h . Papa John's original hand-tossed pizza dough that aims to mimic the slightly sweet and chewy texture of the famous recipe.

Homemade Original Hand-tossed Pizza Dough Recipe

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