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Easy No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

January 31, 2015 by Sandra Shaffer 18 Comments

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Whole Wheat Pizza Dough! This fuss-free crust is made with white whole wheat, which has all the same healthy nutrients as whole wheat, except it’s milder and lighter in color & texture!

No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough - The Foodie Affair

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

We eat pizza a lot. In fact, I’m 99.8% sure that we have our favorite pizza delivery on speed dial on our phone.

Yep, I just confirmed it. Alan programed a couple of nearby pizza restaurants on our phone.

Funny thing is, I’m not a big pizza fan. I like it, but not enough to order it as often as we do. Alan on the other hand could eat it several times a week. 

There are many evenings I just want to plop myself on the couch, pour myself a glass of wine and call it dinner. That’s when the speed dial comes into play.

Pizza is such an inexpensive meal to make and I feel guilty or wasteful or just plain silly shelling out the $25 with tip when we order out, so I will make pizza at home using Trader Joe’s prepared pizza dough when I remember to buy it.

It’s a quick meal and good in a pinch, plus they sell the whole wheat dough that I prefer, but my family thinks the flavor is too harsh and earthy or “twiggy” tasting.

No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough - The Foodie Affair

Economical Pizza Dough Recipe

I found an outstanding solution that’s economical, just as quick as waiting for delivery, and masks that pungent flavor that whole grains can have.

WIN!

Instead of whole wheat flour use white whole wheat flour, which is the same flour that I add in baked goods that you’ll find in this Cherry Almond Mug Cake.

The white whole wheat flour is just as healthy as whole wheat, but it has a milder taste and comes from a lighter colored bran.

In addition, I also use quick rise yeast. By the time I gather all my toppings the dough begins to expand, but I don’t find it necessary to wait an hour for it to rise.

Lastly, I took advice from King Arthur Flour‘s recipe A Tasty Whole-Grain Pizza Dough and added 2 tablespoons of orange juice to cut the bitter taste that whole wheat flour can have.

Now all that is left to do is pat the dough in an iron skillet or pizza stone, add your toppings and bake at 450 degrees!

Bon appetit!

Whole wheat pizza dough in an iron skillet.

Homemade Pizza Sauce

Ready made pizza sauce is convenient, but you can easily make your own sauce in minutes!

Check out my homemade pizza sauce recipe! Simple to make and tastes delicious with whole wheat pizza dough.

In addition, pesto is another great sauce to try on pizza.

Pizza Sauce in a white bowl with blue spoon

Pizza Topping Ideas For Whole Wheat Pizza

What are your favorite topping to add to pizza? I love loading up the vegetables and Alan’s favorite is pepperoni.

Get creative with your toppings:

  • Cooked sausage
  • Leftover ham
  • Pepperoni
  • Shredded chicken
  • Sliced bell peppers
  • Pineapple
  • Mushrooms
  • Artichoke hearts
  • Onions
  • Spinach
  • Basil
  • Olives
  • Extra cheese
No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough - The Foodie Affair
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Yield: 4 Servings

Easy No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

No Rise Whole Wheat Pizza Dough - The Foodie Affair

Simple whole wheat pizza dough that can be mixed and baked right away. Place in a skillet or baking stone, top with your favorite ingredients and you have an economical homemade pizza!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 (1/4 ounce) package of quick-rise yeast
  • 2 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons orange juice, lukewarm

Instructions

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water in a medium bowl. Add flour, salt, sugar, olive oil and orange juice and mix well until all the ingredients hold together and with your hands (dusted with flour) form a ball.
  • Cover and let sit in the bowl while gathering pizza toppings.
  • With your fingers pat dough into the shape of your iron skillet or baking stone. Add toppings and cook at 450 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
  • Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    4

    Serving Size:

    1

    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 325Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 533mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 8gSugar: 2gProtein: 10g

    Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.

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    Cuisine: Italian / Category: Main Dish

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    This no fuss whole wheat pizza dough will be your go-to pizza for those midweek cravings. Top with all your favorite ingredients.
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    1. Debi @ Life Currents

      January 31, 2015 at 11:33 am

      Thanks so much for the shout-out on my easy Pizza Sauce! We use it all the time around our house, so much so that I call it the “house pizza sauce” now. Your whole wheat pizza dough sounds awesome! I love that you used OJ for a little sweetness without having to add simple sugar! Can’t wait to try your recipe.

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 1, 2015 at 8:12 am

        Debi, your recipe is perfect and I want to jar it in advance so I can have it ready to go at any moment!

        Reply
    2. Bam's Kitchen

      January 31, 2015 at 10:29 pm

      Thanks so much you have just solved the what’s for dinner question. I love making pizza in iron skillets. So delicious! Sharing as always!

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 1, 2015 at 8:10 am

        Thank you, Bam! Skillet pizza is awesome because I can make two pizzas with one crust recipe. One veggie and the other meaty 🙂

        Reply
    3. Jessica

      February 1, 2015 at 9:47 am

      My book club was just talking about having a MYO pizza night. This would be perfect for that.

      Reply
    4. Michele

      February 1, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      I was just at Trader Joe’s today-I wish I had read this before I went! Knowing my Mom I’ll be there again next weekend and will pick up these ingredients. I love pizza!

      Reply
    5. Choc Chip Uru

      February 1, 2015 at 3:02 pm

      I was thinking about making a pizza, and now I have the dough for it 😀
      Yum!

      Cheers
      Choc Chip Uru

      Reply
    6. Dawn Mcalexander

      February 1, 2015 at 6:45 pm

      I have been looking for a good pizza dough recipe! That pizza look delicious!

      Reply
    7. Rosey

      February 2, 2015 at 3:54 am

      We don’t have a pizza stone, so I love the idea of making it in an iron skillet. I have never tried it, but I shall! 🙂

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 3, 2015 at 8:50 pm

        The pizza cooks perfectly in a cast iron skillet. If you want deep dish, that’s the pan you’ll want to use!

        Reply
    8. valmg @ From Val's Kitchen

      February 2, 2015 at 7:58 am

      I love pizza when made with fresh dough. I’ve never heard of using oj before. Since oj is cold I’m guessing it’d be ok to warm for a few seconds in the mircowave?

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 2, 2015 at 1:24 pm

        You can definitely microwave for a few seconds. I just let it sit at room temp while I was gathering the ingredients.

        Reply
    9. Travel Blogger

      February 2, 2015 at 10:22 am

      Yum! That looks good and I love that you made it in a cast iron pan, they’re one of my favorite cooking pans.

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 3, 2015 at 8:48 pm

        I made two small pizzas with the dough one with meat and the other just veggies. Both were cooked on cast iron pans! Best pans ever!

        Reply
    10. Debi

      February 3, 2015 at 9:14 am

      I love making homemade pizza. I have to try this and the sauce recipe.

      Reply
      • Sandra Shaffer

        February 3, 2015 at 8:28 pm

        You probably have your favorite toppings to add to pizza. I love trying different combinations!

        Reply

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