Two-Ingredient Pizza Dough

Every Friday is Pizza Friday at my house, so I would say I know my way around a pizza pan. My go-to recipe is a no-knead yeasted dough that requires a six-hour rise, so if I forget to make the dough in the morning, we’re out of luck come dinnertime. So when I heard there was a way to make pizza dough with just two ingredients and no rise time, I was intrigued—and, admittedly, more than a little skeptical. Turns out you really can make a tasty (and high-protein!) pizza crust out of just Greek yogurt and self-rising flour.

This two-ingredient pizza dough recipe results in a pizza crust with a perfectly chewy texture—soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. The next time Pizza Friday rolls around, I just might have a new go-to pizza dough.

Ingredients for Two-Ingredient Pizza Dough

• Greek yogurt: For the best flavor and softest dough texture, opt for whole or 2% Greek yogurt. Nonfat Greek yogurt will work in a pinch.
• Self-rising flour: The key to this two-ingredient pizza dough recipe is self-rising flour. This flour blend contains salt and baking powder, which acts as a leavener in lieu of the yeast found in most pizza dough recipes.
• Garlic butter: Melted butter is combined with minced garlic, then brushed onto the pizza dough to add a savory flavor at the base of the pizza.
• Pizza sauce: The key to pizza that isn’t soggy is not using too much pizza sauce! This recipe calls for just 1/2 cup of sauce, which is spread into a thin layer on the dough. Use your favorite pizza sauce brands. If you don’t have one, my go-to is Classico Pizza Sauce.
• Shredded mozzarella cheese: You’ll need one cup of shredded mozzarella cheese for this pizza recipe. Grate the cheese yourself for the best flavor; but store-bought shredded mozzarella will also work.

Directions

Step 1: Make the dough

Preheat the oven to 500°F. In a large bowl, combine the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt until they come together to form a shaggy dough ball.

Step 2: Knead the dough

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for 8 to 10 minutes or until it’s soft and elastic. Add more flour as needed to prevent the dough from sticking.

Use your fingers to press the dough into a 12-inch circle, then carefully transfer it to a lightly greased pizza pan or baking sheet.

Step 3: Make the garlic butter

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook it, stirring frequently, until it’s fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds. Brush the garlic butter onto the pizza dough, starting with the edges then covering the entire pizza.

Step 4: Add the remaining pizza toppings

Spread the pizza sauce in an even layer. Sprinkle it with mozzarella cheese and any other toppings, as desired.

Step 5: Bake the pizza

Bake the pizza for 10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Let the pizza cool, then slice it.

Two-Ingredient Pizza Dough Variations

• Try other toppings: The world is your oyster when it comes to pizza toppings. Top your pie with your favorite meats, whether that’s sausage, pepperoni or even barbecue chicken. Use a white pizza sauce or pesto in place of tomato sauce. And, of course, don’t forget veggies like bell peppers, olives, mushrooms or fresh tomato slices.
• Flavor the dough: Add flavor to the dough by stirring in a teaspoon of garlic powder, dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
• Make other baked goods with the dough: This Greek yogurt pizza dough recipe can also be used as the base dough for bagels, garlic knots, breadsticks and pretzels.

How to Store Two-Ingredient Pizza Dough

If you don’t want to prep and bake a full-blown pizza right away, wrap the dough in storage wrap then place it in an airtight container before popping it in the fridge. When you’re ready to make the pizza, allow the dough to come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out into a circle.

Store any leftover prepared pizza in an airtight container for three to five days. Follow these tips to reheat leftover pizza in the oven, in the air fryer, on the stovetop or in the microwave.

How long does Greek yogurt pizza dough last?

This pizza dough made with Greek yogurt lasts up to four days when made in advance.

Two-Ingredient Pizza Dough Tips

What if my Greek yogurt pizza dough is too sticky?

If you find that your Greek yogurt pizza dough is too sticky, simply add more self-rising flour, a little bit at a time. Sprinkle your work surface with more self-rising flour, then continue kneading the dough until it becomes soft and elastic.

How can you make self-rising flour?

If you only have all-purpose flour at home, making self-rising flour only requires a few simple ingredients. To make two cups of self-rising flour, combine two cups of all-purpose flour with 3 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and whisk them until they’re well blended.

What else can you serve with Greek yogurt pizza?

My family’s favorite way to enjoy pizza is alongside a big green salad or a fresh veggie side like Italian green beans or broccoli.