Honey Whole Wheat Pizza Dough (Bread Machine Recipe)

Mix this chewy honey whole wheat pizza dough in your bread machine, then chill overnight for best texture. Press into a pizza pan, add toppings, and bake in a hot oven for a golden, crisp crust.

16 slices

whole wheat pizza dough made in a bread machine--showing baked slice.

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 20

Total Time 2 20

Ingredients

1 cup (227 g) warm water
3 tablespoons (63 g) honey
2 tablespoons (28 g) olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons (1-1/2 teaspoons) salt
1 cup (120 g) whole wheat flour
2 cups (240 g) bread flour
2 teaspoons (2 teaspoons) bread machine or instant yeast

Instructions

Add the ingredients to your bread machine: in the order listed: 1 cup warm water, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 2 cups bread flour, and 2 teaspoons bread machine or instant yeast
Set the machine on the DOUGH cycle and press start.
Check the Texture (15–18 Minutes In):The dough should stick to the sides, then pull away cleanly. Add flour or water as needed to adjust.
Chill the Dough: When the cycle ends and the dough has doubled in size, place it in a lightly oiled bowl or zip-top bag. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Bring to Room Temp: Approximately 2 hours (less in my warm kitchen) before you plan to put together your pizza, remove the dough from the fridge.
Divide the Dough: Divide into 2 portions for thick crust or 3 for thin. Shape into smooth balls and let rest, covered, until puffy.
When the dough has warmed and it looks puffy, preheat oven to 450˚ F.
Shape the Crust: Press each dough ball into a greased pizza pan. If the dough resists, let it rest 10–15 minutes and try again.
Assemble the Pizza: Add sauce, cheese, and toppings in layers. If desired, sprinkle a little extra cheese on top.
Bake the Pizza: Reduce oven to 425˚F (220˚C) and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is browned in spots. Cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Heads-up: Avoid doubling this recipe. Anything above 4.5-5 cups of flour won’t knead properly in most machines and can cause overheating. More details here.

No Bread Machine? Use a stand mixer or knead by hand until smooth and elastic, then continue with the recipe as written.

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