Looking for a quick homemade pizza dough recipe? This No Yeast Pizza Dough comes together with simple pantry ingredients, requires no rise time, and bakes into a delicious pizza crust the whole family will love.

If you’ve tried my beer pizza dough or homemade pizza crust, you already know my family loves pizza night. While those recipes use traditional yeast pizza dough, this No Yeast Pizza Dough Recipe is the perfect option when you need a quick homemade pizza crust without any rise time.
This easy pizza dough comes together in one bowl and bakes into a soft, flavorful pizza crust in a fraction of the time. Whether you’re making a simple cheese pizza or loading it up with your favorite pizza toppings, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and family pizza nights. If you’re looking for more pizza-inspired dinners, be sure to try my Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza and Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza.
Quick Look: No Yeast Pizza Dough Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 8 slices
- Key Ingredients: All-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, olive oil, water
- Difficulty: Easy
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What is No Yeast Pizza Dough Recipe?
No yeast pizza dough uses baking powder instead of yeast to help the dough rise. Since there's no rise time required, it's a quick and easy way to make homemade pizza crust using simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Ingredient Notes
See printable recipe card below for exact ingredients and full directions.

- All-Purpose Flour: The base of the dough. Be sure to measure accurately for the best texture.
- Baking Powder: Acts as the leavening agent, allowing the dough to rise without yeast.
- Olive Oil: Adds flavor and helps create a more tender pizza crust.
- Pizza Sauce & Toppings: Customize with your favorite cheese, meats, and veggies. For a sweet and spicy twist, try adding my Candied Jalapenos as a topping.
Variations
- Add Extra Flavor: Mix in ½ teaspoon garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or oregano with the dry ingredients.
- Make Mini Pizzas: Divide the dough into smaller portions and let everyone add their favorite pizza toppings.
- Use Whole Wheat Flour: Replace up to half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier pizza crust.
- Change the Toppings: Top with classic pepperoni and cheese or load it up with your favorite veggies, meats, and sauces.
How to Make No Yeast Pizza Dough

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Step 2. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the olive oil along with ½ cup of the water.

Step 3. Using a fork, stir until a shaggy dough begins to form. Add the remaining ½ cup water and continue mixing until the dough comes together.

Step 4. Lightly flour a pizza pan or baking sheet and place the dough on top. Using a rolling pin, spread the dough into a 14-inch pizza crust. If needed, add a little extra flour to prevent sticking. Bake the crust for 10 minutes before adding your pizza sauce and toppings.

Step 5. Remove the pizza crust from the oven and add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, seasonings, and toppings.

Step 6. Return the pizza to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is lightly golden brown, about 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm.
Tips for Success
- Measure the flour carefully: Too much flour can make the dough dry and tough.
- Don’t overmix the dough: Mix just until the ingredients come together for the best texture.
- Use a lightly floured surface: This helps prevent the dough from sticking to your rolling pin.
- Pre-bake the crust: Baking the crust before adding pizza sauce and toppings helps prevent a soggy center.
- Roll it thinner for a crispier crust: For a softer pizza crust, leave the dough slightly thicker.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Refrigerator: Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough, wrap it tightly, and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before rolling out and baking.
- Freezer: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.

No Yeast Pizza Dough Recipe FAQs
Baking powder is a great substitute for yeast in pizza dough. It helps create a soft, tender crust without requiring any rise time.
No. Since this recipe uses baking powder instead of yeast, the dough can be rolled out and baked right away.
No yeast pizza dough has a slightly denser texture than traditional yeast pizza crust, but it’s still soft, flavorful, and perfect for your favorite pizza toppings. It’s a great option when you want homemade pizza dough without waiting for dough to rise.
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No Yeast Pizza Dough Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup water
- Pizza sauce and toppings of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the olive oil along with ½ cup of the water.
- Using a fork, stir until a shaggy dough begins to form. Add the remaining ½ cup water and continue mixing until the dough comes together.
- Lightly flour a pizza pan or baking sheet and place the dough on top. Using a rolling pin, spread the dough into a 14-inch pizza crust, or make it smaller for a thicker crust. If the dough feels sticky, sprinkle on a little additional flour. Place the pizza pan in the oven and bake the crust for 10 minutes before adding toppings.
- Remove the pizza crust from the oven and add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, seasonings, and toppings.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is lightly golden brown, about 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Baking powder acts as the leavening agent, so there’s no need for yeast or rise time.
- For a crispier pizza crust, roll the dough thinner before baking.
- If the dough feels sticky while rolling, lightly dust with additional flour.
- This recipe makes approximately 8 slices and can easily be customized with your favorite pizza toppings.
- Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.










T says
Just wondering If the pizza dough stays soft?
Kristin says
Yes, surprisingly! It is a soft, yet firm crust!
susan says
we don’t have a cast iron pan – just an aluminum pizza pan… will that work and if so any adjustments?
Kristin says
Absolutely! No need for cast iron, that’s just what I use. Any pizza pan will work perfectly!