Craft Brew IPA Pizza Dough
Create the perfect base for your pizza with this easy and flavorful IPA pizza dough recipe designed for your bread machine. Using flat IPA ensures a rich, malty flavor profile that will elevate your pizza night. While this recipe is tailored for IPA, feel free to experiment with other craft beers for unique taste variations. This dough is perfect for thin-crust lovers and is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy crafting your favorite pizza combinations on this delicious, homemade foundation.
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Servings
150
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
IPA beer
1 cup (flat)
Olive oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Evaporated cane juice crystals
2 tablespoons (none)
Unbleached white flour
2 1/2 cups (none)
Bread machine yeast
2 1/4 teaspoons (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by adding the ingredients to your bread machine in the order listed: flat IPA beer, olive oil, salt, evaporated cane juice crystals, unbleached white flour, and bread machine yeast.
2
Select the 'dough cycle' on your bread machine and initiate the process. Allow the machine to knead and rise the dough until it's fully prepared, which usually takes about 90 minutes.
3
Once the dough cycle is complete, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
4
Carefully remove the dough from the bread machine and place it on a floured surface.
5
Divide the dough into two equal pieces for two thin crusts. Roll or press each piece into your desired pizza pan shape.
6
Brush the rolled-out dough lightly with olive oil to keep it moist and add flavor.
7
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rest for about 15 minutes to relax the gluten.
8
Spread your favorite pizza sauce over the dough, add your chosen toppings, and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly and melted.
9
Remove from the oven, slice, and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
28g
Carbs
3.75g
Protein
100mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craft Brew IPA Pizza Dough?
It is an easy and flavorful pizza base made with flat IPA beer, designed specifically for a bread machine to create a rich, malty flavor profile.
Can I use beers other than IPA for this dough?
Yes, while the recipe is tailored for IPA, you can experiment with other craft beers for unique taste variations.
Why does the IPA beer need to be flat?
Using flat beer ensures the carbonation does not interfere with the yeast's rising process and helps achieve a consistent dough texture.
Is this dough suitable for thin-crust pizza?
Yes, this dough is specifically described as perfect for thin-crust lovers.
How many pizzas does one batch of this dough make?
The recipe makes enough dough for two thin crusts.
How long does the bread machine dough cycle take?
The dough cycle usually takes about 90 minutes to complete the kneading and rising process.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
What order should I add the ingredients to the bread machine?
Add them in this order: flat IPA beer, olive oil, salt, evaporated cane juice crystals, unbleached white flour, and bread machine yeast.
How much beer is required for the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of flat IPA beer.
What kind of flour is best for this IPA dough?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of unbleached white flour.
Why should I brush the dough with olive oil?
Brushing the rolled-out dough with olive oil helps keep it moist and adds extra flavor to the crust.
Does the dough need to rest after rolling?
Yes, you should cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rest for about 15 minutes to relax the gluten.
How long does the pizza take to bake?
The pizza should bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
How many calories are in a serving of this dough?
There are 150 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in the dough?
There are 28g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the IPA pizza dough?
Each serving provides 3.75g of protein.
How much sodium is in this recipe?
There is 100mg of sodium per serving.
What type of yeast should I use?
This recipe specifically requires 2 1/4 teaspoons of bread machine yeast.
Can I use evaporated cane juice crystals?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of evaporated cane juice crystals as a sweetener.
How do I prepare the surface before handling the dough?
You should place the dough on a floured surface to prevent sticking.
What are the key tags for this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with pizza, dough, bread machine, beer pizza dough, ipa recipe, thin crust, homemade pizza, and artisan bread.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe consists of 6 ingredients.
What is the prep order for the bread machine?
Start with liquids (beer, oil) and seasonings (salt, crystals), then add the flour and finally the yeast.
Can I shape the dough into any pan?
Yes, you can roll or press the dough into your desired pizza pan shape.
What makes this dough 'artisan' style?
The use of craft IPA beer adds a unique, complex flavor profile characteristic of artisan breads.
Is there any fiber in this dough?
The fiber content is not specified in the nutritional data provided.
How much olive oil is used in the dough mixture?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of olive oil inside the dough, plus extra for brushing.
Should I pre-cook the dough before adding toppings?
No, you should spread the sauce and add toppings directly to the rolled-out, rested dough before baking.
What should the final crust look like?
The crust should be golden brown when it is fully cooked.