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Spelt Lager Pizza Dough

spelt lager pizza dough baked into a thin-crust pizza, golden edges, airy crumb, rustic wooden table

Why You’ll Love This Dough

Spelt Lager Pizza Dough makes pizza bases that are light, crisp, and full of flavour. Lager adds gentle malt notes and helps create air bubbles in the dough. Spelt flour gives a nutty taste and soft bite. This dough works well for home ovens. It suits thin and classic-style pizzas. The method is simple and reliable.

What Makes It Different

Lager replaces water for better flavour. Spelt flour keeps the dough light and easy to digest.
The dough stretches well without tearing. It bakes crisp underneath and soft inside. You only need basic ingredients and time.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 27 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: 2.50
Calories: 260
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description

Spelt Lager Pizza Dough creates light, crisp pizza bases with a mild malty flavour. Made with spelt flour and lager, this dough is easy to shape, bakes evenly, and works perfectly in home ovens for classic or thin-crust pizzas.

Ingredients
  • 400 g spelt flour, white or light
  • 7 g dried yeast (fast-action)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 250 ml lager (lukewarm)
Instructions
    Mix dry ingredients.
  1. 1
    Add spelt flour, yeast, salt, and sugar to a bowl. Stir to combine.
    2. Add liquids.
  2. 2
    Pour in lager and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
    3. Knead dough.
  3. 3
    Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
    4. Note: Dough should feel soft, not sticky.
    First rise.
  4. 4
    Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover and rest for 1 hour until doubled.
    5. Divide dough.
  5. 5
    Punch down dough. Divide into 2 equal balls.
    6. Shape bases.
  6. 6
    Roll or stretch each ball into a pizza base.
    7. Top and bake.
  7. 7
    Add toppings and bake at 240°C for 10–12 minutes until crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 260kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 380mg16%
Potassium 180mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 1g
Protein 8g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

  • Lager should be lukewarm, not cold.
  • Do not over-knead spelt dough.
  • Dough can rest longer for more flavour.

Optional Substitutions & Variations

  • Use ale instead of lager for deeper flavour.
  • Add dried oregano to the dough.
  • Replace olive oil with rapeseed oil.
  • Make mini pizza bases for sharing.
Keywords: spelt pizza dough, lager pizza dough, homemade pizza base

Tips & Variations

Use a pizza stone for the crispiest base. Bake pizzas on the lowest oven shelf.

Serving Ideas

  • Top with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil.
  • Try roasted vegetables and vegan cheese.
  • Serve with a simple green salad.

Conclusion

Spelt Lager Pizza Dough is easy, flavourful, and reliable. It creates crisp bases with soft centres every time. Perfect for homemade pizza nights. Try it once and make it your go-to dough.

Read it online: https://greatbritishspeltrecipes.com/recipe/spelt-lager-pizza-dough/
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Valentina
A dietitian with a passion for spelt cooking. After trying different diets, I found spelt works best in my kitchen. Join me for simple, delicious recipes that bring out the best in this ancient grain!