Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough (Quick & Easy + No Yeast!) - That Spicy Chick (2024)

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This Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough is quick and easy to make with a few staple ingredients, doesn’t have yeast or a rise time, and produces tasty homemade pizzas! Customize these healthy pizzas with your favorite toppings, and enjoy them for lunch, dinner, or anytime a pizza craving hits!

Hi friends. 👋

How are you all doing with all the craziness going on? Hope you all are hanging in there and coping as best as you can. Not going to lie – my anxiety levels are OFF the charts! 😬

I’m praying that we all stay strong and safe during these difficult and surreal times, and I know in my heart that we will get through this. There will be a brighter day again, and I am sending lots of positive vibes, love, and courage to all of you. 💛💛 Have faith, and keep reminding yourself that, “This too shall pass. It might pass like a kidney stone. But it will pass”. 💪

With the gym closed, my only real sanctuary and stress reliever these days has been cooking in my kitchen. There’s been a bit of tinkering around with new recipes with the ingredients that I have on hand. I’ve come up with recipes for a few delicious treats, and I’ll be rolling them out these next couple of weeks, so stay tuned!

First up – taaadahhh! Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough!

A few weeks ago, I shared my favorite Easy Homemade Bagels. These bagels are amazing and easy because they don’t require yeast, have a compulsory rise time, or have to be boiled before baking.

Turns out, you can use the same dough ingredients plus a bit of extra virgin oil (for a bit of extra flavor!) to make easy homemade pizza dough and crusts! 🙌

Who’s up for some tasty homemade pizzas made with some Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough?

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FIVE REASONS YOU NEED GREEK YOGURT PIZZA DOUGH IN YOUR LIFE

  • Pizza is one of the best comfort foods EVER, and we all need a bit of comforting from time to time, and especially during these bizarre times. But this pizza dough is kind of healthy too – you get a good dose of protein from the Greek yogurt!
  • The dough is easy to make with FIVE ingredients only.
  • It’s ready in less than 30 minutes! Making the dough, rolling it out, adding sauce, cheese and toppings, baking, slicing, and biting into this deliciousness all happens in under half an hour!
  • You can customize it with your favorite toppings! You’re the pizza master in charge here, and you can make your pizzas cheesy, spicy, meaty, or load her up with veggies!
  • Simply because it’s SO YUM!

INGREDIENTS

This easy pizza dough needs just a handful of everyday ingredients to make. They are…

  • All-Purpose Flour: The base of our easy pizza dough. I used Bob’s Red Mill Organic Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour. But see below for notes on using wholegrain (wholemeal wheat) or gluten-free flour if you prefer those options. You can also use self-rising flour, which I’ll get to in a moment below.
  • Greek Yogurt: I used Greek Yogurt with 10% fat. But you could use one with less or 0% fat content. Just make sure you use thick, authentic Greek Yogurt and not Greek Style Yogurt. The latter is not as thick, has more water, and will cause the dough to become too sticky.
  • Fine Sea Salt: For flavor. Omit this if using self-rising flour since it’ll already have it incorporated.
  • Baking Powder: To help our pizza rise a little. Omit this if using self-rising flour since it’ll already have it incorporated.
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: To help keep things nice and moist, and for a bit of extra flavor!
  • Optional Seasonings/Herbs: I didn’t add any, but you are welcome to add any seasonings or dry herbs to the dough if you like. Garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red chili pepper flakes, dried mint, dried basil, oregano, etc. would all work great and add extra flavor to the pizza crust.

For the Pizza:

  • Pizza Sauce: Store-bought or homemade will work fine. I used store-bought for convenience here.
  • Shredded Cheese: Shredded Italian Blend, mozzarella, or any cheese you have on hand or want to use will work! The Italian Blend cheese I used comes in a bag and is a combination of shredded low-moisture mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  • Olive Oil (or any other cooking oil): Just a tiny bit for brushing on the nonstick cooking paper/foil lined baking tray. This will help make the bottom of the pizza nice and firm, and also brown a little.
  • Optional toppings: Sliced red or yellow onion, jalapeños, banana peppers, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, pepperoni, chicken, ham, sausage, etc.
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HOW TO MAKE GREEK YOGURT PIZZA DOUGH

Prep: First, preheat your oven to 200°C / 400°F. Then line a baking tray with aluminum foil or nonstick cooking paper and brush lightly with the olive oil.

Combine the dough ingredients: Combine all-purpose flour, Greek yogurt, fine sea salt, baking powder, and any dried seasonings or herbs (if using), and extra virgin olive oil in a large mixing bowl. Mix with a spoon to combine until it looks like dough crumbles. Use your hands to combine the dough crumbles into a ball.

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Knead: Lightly dust your work surface with flour, then tip the dough ball onto the surface and knead for a minute. If the dough is too sticky, at a teaspoon of flour at a time until it doesn’t stick to your hands when you pull back. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of water and continue kneading. Roll the dough into a ball again. If you’d like to make two individual pizzas, simply divide the dough into two parts. Or you can just leave it whole like I did here.

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Roll out the pizza dough: Flatten the dough ball and use a rolling pin to roll into either a round or rectangular shaped pizza crust. The thinner you roll it out, the crispier the crust will be. If you prefer a more pillowy and softer pizza crust, don’t roll out the dough too thin.

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Add toppings: Transfer to the prepared baking tray and top with pizza sauce, your desired pizza toppings, and cheese. (I used red onion slices and turkey pepperoni.)

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Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and starts to brown a little. (If making two smaller pizzas from the dough, you may only need to bake for 10-12 minutes.) Remove from oven and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a cutting board.

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Serve!: Then slice and enjoy!

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Full ingredient amounts/instructions in the recipe card below.

CAN I USE WHOLEGRAIN (WHOLEMEAL WHEAT FLOUR) INSTEAD?

Yes! I’ve tried this recipe with all-purpose and wholegrain (wholemeal wheat) flour and the pizzas have both come out great! I needed to add about a teaspoon of water to the wholemeal dough as it was dryer than the white all-purpose flour dough. But other than adding water, you can follow the recipe as is in the recipe card below to make this Greek yogurt pizza dough.

CAN I MAKE THIS WITH GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR?

I haven’t tried making this recipe with a gluten-free flour myself, but I think it can work with a good quality gluten-free flour such as Doves Farm Gluten Free Self-Raising White Flour. You may need to add a bit more yogurt or a teaspoon or two of water to keep the dough moist. The water will also help prevent the dough from becoming too dry and difficult to deal with. If you choose to use a self-rising gluten-free flour, you can omit the baking powder and fine sea salt as it will already have it incorporated.

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MORE PIZZA RECIPES

Looking for more easy pizza recipes? Below are my tried and true favorites that are guaranteed to please any crowd!

  • BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza
  • Chicken Tikka Naanza (Naan Pizza!)

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Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough

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This Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough is quick and easy to make with a few staple ingredients, doesn’t have yeast or a rise time, and produces tasty homemade pizzas! Customize these healthy pizzas with your favorite toppings, and enjoy them for lunch, dinner, or anytime a pizza craving hits!

  • Author: Lavina
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American, Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough:

  • 1 cup / 120 grams Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour, plus 1-2 TBLS for dusting work surface (See notes if using a self-rising, wholegrain, or gluten-free flour.)*
  • ½ cup / 142.5 grams Greek Yogurt (make sure it is Greek Yogurt, not Greek Style Yogurt, which is not as thick and has more water. The latter will cause the dough to become too sticky.)
  • ½ TSP Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 TSP / 5 grams Baking Powder
  • ½ TSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Optional Seasonings/Herbs: Garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red chili pepper flakes, dried mint, dried basil, oregano, etc.

For the Pizza:

  • 34 TBLS Pizza Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ¾1 cup Shredded Italian Blend or Mozzarella Cheese (or any cheese you prefer) – The Italian Blend Cheese I used is a combination of shredded low-moisture mozzarella and parmesan cheese)
  • 1 TSP Olive Oil (or any other cooking oil), for brushing on nonstick cooking paper/foil on baking tray
  • Optional toppings: Sliced red or yellow onion, jalapeños, banana peppers, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, pepperoni, chicken, ham, sausage, etc.

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper (nonstick cooking paper) and brush lightly with the olive oil.
  2. Combine the dough ingredients: Combine all-purpose flour, Greek yogurt, fine sea salt, baking powder, any dried seasonings or herbs (if using), and extra virgin olive oil in a large mixing bowl. Mix with a spoon to combine until it looks like dough crumbles. Use your hands to combine the dough crumbles into a ball.
  3. Knead and roll: Lightly dust your work surface with flour, then tip the dough ball onto the surface and knead for a minute. If the dough is too sticky, at a teaspoon of flour at a time until it doesn’t stick to your hands when you pull back. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of water and continue kneading. Roll the dough into a ball and divide into two equal parts if you’d like to make two individual pizzas, or leave it whole. Flatten the dough ball and use a rolling pin to roll into either a round or rectangular shaped pizza crust. The thinner you roll it out, the crispier the crust will be. If you prefer a more pillowy and softer pizza crust, don’t roll out the dough too thin.
  4. Add Toppings: Transfer to the prepared baking tray and top with pizza sauce, your desired pizza toppings, and cheese (I used red onion slices and turkey pepperoni).
  5. Bake, slice, and enjoy!: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and starts to brown a little. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a cutting board. Then slice and enjoy!

Notes

  1. Self-rising flour: If using self-rising flour, you can omit the baking powder and fine sea salt as the self-rising flour will already have them.
  2. Wholegrain (wholemeal wheat) flour: You may need to add a teaspoon or so of water to the wholemeal dough as it might be dryer than the white all-purpose flour dough. But other than that, you can follow the recipe as is.
  3. Gluten-free flour: I haven’t tried making this recipe with a gluten-free flour myself, but I think it can work with a good quality gluten-free flour. You may need to add a bit more yogurt or a teaspoon or two of water to keep the dough moist. The water will also help prevent the dough from becoming too dry and difficult to deal with. If you choose to use a self-rising gluten-free flour, you can omit the baking powder and fine sea salt as it will already have it.
  4. Baking time for two smaller pizzas: If you are dividing the dough to make two pizzas, bake for 10-12 minutes only as it will cook quicker than a whole pizza.
  5. Nutritional information: Nutritional information provided only accounts for the pizza dough and not the sauce and toppings as it will vary based on the sauce and toppings you use.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 of pizza dough
  • Calories: 311
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 612.1mg
  • Fat: 5.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52.9g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Protein: 12.9g
  • Cholesterol: 9.3mg
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FAQs

Can you use natural yoghurt instead of Greek in pizza dough? ›

Hello Mina Sinard, it is not necessary to use Greek or any other yogurt in pizza making, but if you wish, you could use any plain natural yogurt.

What is the healthiest pizza dough? ›

Both the cauliflower crust and the whole-wheat crust offer fiber and protein, which play a key role in weight loss by helping to keep you feeling full and satisfied after a meal. But if you're not trying to cut carbs and are looking for that traditional pizza pie flavor, the whole-wheat crust is what you want.

Why does Greek yogurt work in dough? ›

With just self-rising flour and plain Greek yogurt, you can make almost any bread-based creation you can think of. Thick, Greek-style yogurt gives the dough its moisture and tenderness, while the leavening agents in the flour allow the dough to rise without yeast.

Will pizza dough rise without yeast? ›

Baking powder: Without yeast, the pizza dough needs baking powder to rise. Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the flavor and strengthens the gluten. Milk: You'll need ½ cup of fat-free milk. Olive oil: Olive oil locks in moisture and keeps the dough from drying out.

What kind of Greek yogurt is best to bake with? ›

My favorite kind of yogurt to use in recipe swaps is Stonyfield Organic Greek Yogurt. If you look in my fridge, you'll always find at least one container of this healthy, high quality Greek yogurt just waiting to be added to recipes like bagels, waffles or muffins.

How does Greek yogurt affect baking? ›

Its creaminess helps keep baked goods moist. Its tanginess imparts a crave-worthy, old-fashioned flavor. Its acidity helps activate baking soda, which can make baked goods fluffy and light. It can step in for sour cream, mayonnaise or crème fraîche, bringin the same tangy with less guilt.

Which 2 types of flour make the best pizza dough? ›

The best flour for making Deep-Dish Pizza Dough is all-purpose flour. In bakeries and pizzerias, Pizza Flour is often used because it is a high-protein flour that produces a light and airy crust. However, all-purpose flour will also work well for Deep-Dish Pizza Dough.

What is the healthiest pizza for weight loss? ›

Opt for a thin-crust pizza instead of a deep-dish. Skip the stuffed pizza crusts and dipping sauces. Enjoy your slice of pizza with a side salad or cooked vegetables. Top your pizza with lean protein, like chicken strips, instead of processed meat, like pepperoni.

What is a good substitute for pizza dough? ›

Here are 5 alternatives to the typical crust that can benefit your health and introduce new, exciting flavors.
  • Cauliflower. ...
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  • Quinoa. ...
  • French Bread. ...
  • Gluten-Free Options. ...
  • Bake Healthy, Homemade Pizzas in a Fontana Forni Oven.

Does 2 ingredient dough taste good? ›

My 2-ingredient dough recipe is the answer. Not only is this the simplest dough recipe ever, but it also has the perfect texture. It's bouncy and pillowy, and its subtle tangy flavor that suits everything from cast iron pizza to flatbread and garlic knots.

Can Greek yogurt replace yeast? ›

Because of its high acid content, you can substitute Greek yogurt for yeast. You need to first mix it with baking soda. Use a ½ cup of yogurt and a ¼ teaspoon of baking soda for every teaspoon of yeast your recipe needs. Remember to reduce the other liquid ingredients in your recipe accordingly.

Why is my homemade Greek yogurt slimy? ›

* If you find that your yoghurt is stringy or slimy rather than like thick pot-set yoghurt, chances are that wild yeasts or other bacteria have gotten in to the mixture somehow.

What is a substitute for yeast in pizza? ›

In baked goods, you can replace yeast with an equal amount of baking powder. Just keep in mind that the leavening effects of baking powder will not be as distinct as those of yeast. Baking powder causes baked goods to rise rapidly, but not to the same extent as yeast.

What are the three ingredients in Jamie Oliver's pizza base? ›

Homemade deep-pan pizza: Jamie Oliver

We're talking crispy on the outside, spongy in the middle, with just three ingredients for the base – flour, salt, water. For your toppings, be creative, and embrace what's in your fridge and store cupboard – the possibilities are endless.

Can I use baking soda instead of yeast for pizza dough? ›

First, put your flour in a bowl, and set it aside. Then, take out your baking soda and lemon. Combine them and add that to your flour. This is a really good yeast substitute and all you have to do is add in equal amounts of lemon and baking soda until you get an amount equal to the amount yeast you need.

Can I use natural yoghurt instead of Greek yogurt? ›

Yes - but due to the consistency, you may choose to add water. 1 cup of natural yoghurt for 3/4 cup Greek yoghurt + 1/4 cup water. If consistency isn't an issue (as mentioned above, the richer consistency can improve your cake baking), just do a direct substitution.

What is a substitute for Greek yogurt in dough? ›

Buttermilk

Buttermilk is the liquid that is left after butter has been churned, and it's a great choice to use in baking or bread recipes instead of Greek yogurt.

What can I use if I don't like Greek yogurt? ›

Cottage cheese is a great swap for greek yogurt because it's also lower in calorie, packed with protein, and has a much more mild flavor making it an easy addition to recipes.

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