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Pizza with Black Crust Recipe

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This striking Pizza with Black Crust features a unique dough infused with activated charcoal, giving it a vibrant black color and a subtle smoky flavor. The dough is made using all-purpose flour, warm water, yeast, activated charcoal powder, olive oil, sugar, and salt. After letting the dough rise, it’s shaped and topped with classic pizza toppings like marinara sauce, pepperoni, black olives, mozzarella, and provolone cheese. Baked at a high temperature, this pizza delivers a deliciously crispy crust with flavorful toppings, perfect for a standout homemade meal.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 ¾ Cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ Cup warm water
  • 1 ½ Teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons activated charcoal powder (food grade)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 Teaspoon granulated sugar

For the Toppings

  • Marinara sauce, as needed
  • Pepperoni slices, quantity to preference
  • Black olives, sliced, quantity to preference
  • Mozzarella cheese, shredded, quantity to preference
  • Provolone cheese, sliced or shredded, quantity to preference

Instructions

  1. Prepare Yeast Mixture: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the sugar, active dry yeast, and warm water. Stir gently and allow the mixture to bloom for 5 to 8 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix Dough Ingredients: Once the yeast mixture is foamy, add in all-purpose flour, activated charcoal powder, olive oil, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and no dry flour remains. Adjust the dough consistency by adding more flour if too wet or a bit more olive oil if too dry.
  3. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough either using the stand mixer with a dough hook attachment or by hand for a couple of minutes until smooth. Shape the dough into a ball.
  4. First Rise: Lightly grease a bowl with olive oil and place the dough ball inside. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the Oven: About 20 minutes before baking, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is sufficiently hot for baking the pizza.
  6. Shape the Dough: Turn the risen dough onto a greased surface and press or stretch it into a large circular shape suitable for your pizza pan or stone.
  7. Transfer to Baking Surface: Place the shaped dough onto a pizza pan, baking sheet, or pizza stone, making sure it is evenly spread out.
  8. Add Toppings: Spread your favorite marinara sauce over the dough. Add slices of pepperoni, black olives, and then top with shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese evenly.
  9. Bake the Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the crust is cooked through, firm, and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting. This allows the cheese to set slightly for easier slicing and better flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure your yeast is fresh and active for the dough to rise properly.
  • You can customize the toppings to your preference or dietary needs.
  • Activated charcoal powder is food grade and safe to consume in moderate quantities as used in this recipe.
  • Allowing the dough to rest after baking improves flavor and texture.
  • If the dough is sticky while shaping, dust your hands and work surface lightly with flour.
  • Use a pizza stone if you have one for a crispier crust.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/pizza-with-black-crust-recipe/