Question 1

Can I make pizza dough with 100% freshly milled flour?

Accepted Answer

Yes, hard white wheat gives this dough enough strength to rise and stretch while keeping a mild flavor that works with any topping combination.

Question 2

Which wheat berries are best for pizza dough?

Accepted Answer

Hard white wheat is my favorite here for a soft, chewy crust without a strong wheat flavor. Hard red wheat works too, with a heartier taste. You can even use heirloom wheat in a blend of hard wheat and heirloom wheat for different flavors and texture profiles.

Question 3

Why did my pizza crust turn out dense?

Accepted Answer

This usually comes from too much added flour, not enough kneading, or not enough rise time. Keep the dough soft and wait until it has increased in 30% volumn before shaping.

Question 4

Why won't my pizza dough stretch?

Accepted Answer

The gluten is likely tight. Cover the dough and rest it for 10 minutes, then try again. That short rest almost always makes it easier to shape.

Question 5

Can I freeze freshly milled flour pizza dough?

Accepted Answer

Yes, freeze it after the first rise in an airtight, freezer-safe container or wrap with several layers of plastic wrap, then tin foil for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before shaping.

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