This recipe provides a simple yet delicious way to prepare pizza dough using a bread machine, perfect for creating homemade pizzas or calzones.
Add the warm water, unsalted butter, large egg, bread flour, all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and active dry yeast to the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
Ensure the water is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
Select the dough cycle on the bread machine and start it. Let the machine knead and rise the dough.
Check the dough after a few minutes of mixing to ensure the consistency is correct; it should form a smooth ball.
Once the dough cycle is complete, transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it lightly.
Use just enough flour to prevent sticking without making the dough too dry.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and let them rest for 10 minutes.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out.
Roll out each portion of dough and place them onto greased pizza pans.
Roll the dough evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
Add your desired pizza sauce, toppings, and cheese to the prepared dough.
Don't overload the pizza with toppings to ensure it cooks evenly.
Bake the pizzas in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through.
Check the pizzas towards the end of the baking time to avoid overcooking.
Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Allowing the pizza to rest makes slicing easier and prevents the toppings from sliding off.