1. In a small bowl, mix yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and oil.
3. Mix until dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled.
5. Punch down dough. For thin crust, divide into 2 portions. For thick crust, use all dough.
6. Roll out dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
7. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let rest for 15 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
9. Add toppings and bake on the bottom rack for 12–15 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
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Donuts Dough Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pack rapid-rise yeast
¼ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup warm milk or water
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup softened butter
4½ cups flour
Oil for frying
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk or water, sugar, and yeast. Let rest for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add eggs, butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead until smooth.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
4. Divide dough into 2 parts. Roll out on floured surface to ¼ inch thick.
5. Cut into donuts using a donut cutter.
6. Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
7. Fry donuts until golden brown. Drain on paper towels or wire rack.
8. Roll in sugar, glaze, or cinnamon. Serve warm.
