Easy Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough Recipe without Yeast (2024)

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The easiest pizza recipe, this is Greek yogurt pizza dough in 20 minutes! This Greek yogurt pizza is going to become your new favorite recipe - healthy, high protein and so easy without yeast.

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There are two things you should know about me. Numero uno, I am a lazy guy. Second, I like pizza. That's why I love this Greek yogurt pizza recipe so much. It comes together in under 20 minutes and is so easy that anyone can make it.

Plus, this yeast-free pizza dough is also healthy and high protein because it uses Greek yogurt. The best of all possible worlds, isn't it?

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  • Easy pizza recipe without yeast
  • Topping ideas
  • Dairy-free yogurt pizza dough
  • How to make Greek yogurt pizza without yeast
  • How to make air fryer pizza without yeast
  • How to store yeast-free pizza
  • FAQ -Greek yogurt pizza dough
  • More Greek yogurt recipes

Easy pizza recipe without yeast

What I love about this Greek yogurt pizza dough is that it doesn't require yeast. Instead it has just two main ingredients: flour and Greek yogurt!

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Ingredients

Theoretically you can put together a yeast-free pizza recipe with just yogurt and flour. But if we do something, we do it well! That's why my Greek yogurt pizza recipe goes the extra mile and makes a tastier dough.

Here's all you need to make this easy pizza recipe without yeast.

  • All-purposes flour
  • Greek yogurt
  • Baking powder
  • Olive oil
  • Sea salt
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Greek yogurt isn't Greek style yogurt!

When I say "Greek yogurt", I mean Greek yogurt. Don't confuse it with Greek style yogurt.

The main difference between the two is that Greek yogurt has a firm, thick texture whereas Greek style yogurt comes with a more runny texture. Using the second would literally screw up your dough - it'd get sticky and you would need a way too much flour to fix it.

So keep this in mind! Use a firm yogurt and your yeast-free pizza dough recipe will come out as expected.

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Substitutes

Are you missing something? No problem. Keep on reading and you are going to learn how to replace all recipe ingredients.

  • All-purposes flour: replace with spelt flour or wholewheat flour. This recipe does not work well with oat flour or almond flour.
  • Greek yogurt: replace with Skyr or quark. Also dairy-free, as long as it has a thick and firm texture (no runny yogurt here!).
  • Baking powder: skip if you don't have it. The crust will come out anyway, but it will stay pretty flat.
  • Olive oil: replace with your favorite oil (avocado, walnut, pumpkin seed oil) or leave out. I personally recommend adding the oil, it brings the pizza to another dimension.
  • Sea salt: use your favorite type of salt or skip (not recommended).

Topping ideas

Call me boring, but Margherita is my favorite pizza. I genuinely love the simplicity of tomatoes and mozzarella over a tasty pizza crust.

But if you are looking for more, here are some great topping ideas for you!

  • Peperoni
  • Grilled chicken
  • Tuna fish
  • Corn
  • Sliced onions
  • Grilled peppers
  • Grilled veggies
  • A combination of the above
  • Literally anything you crave!

Dairy-free yogurt pizza dough

If you follow a vegan or dairy-free diet, I have good news for you! This Greek Yogurt pizza dough recipe can easily be adapted to your needs.

Putting together a dairy-free pizza crust is as simple as replacing dairy Greek yogurt with dairy-free Greek yogurt alternatives. My recommendations here are soy Skyr, soy Greek yogurt or any firm yogurt. What matters is that the dairy-free yogurt used has a firm and thick texture.

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How to make Greek yogurt pizza without yeast

Making this recipe is so quick and easy that it comes together in 20 minutes or less. Here's how to make it!

Step 1. In a large bowl combine all-purposes flour, Greek Yogurt, olive oil, baking powder and pinch sea salt. Using a fork or spatula, quickly stir until it comes to form a dough.

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Step 2. Transfer Greek yogurt pizza dough over a clean floured surface and knead to form a soft dough ball.

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Step 3. With the aid of a rolling pin and your hands, shape into about a 15 cm (6-inch) round (with the edges thicker than center), sprinkling some more flour if it gets sticky.

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Step 4. Spread pizza sauce over the Greek yogurt crust and sprinkle on shredded mozzarella cheese.

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Step 5. Bake in hot oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the pizza crust is golden baked. As an alternative, you can also air fry at 190ºC (390ºF) for 12 to 15 minutes.

Buon appetito!

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How to make air fryer pizza without yeast

Making this Greek yogurt pizza recipe in the air fryer is easy and so convenient.

All you need to do is to bake the pizza in hot air fryer at 190ºC (390ºF) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the crust is golden.

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How to store yeast-free pizza

After baking, you can store any leftover in the fridge for up to 3 days. To best store this Greek Yogurt pizza let cool, then place in a sealable food container. Make sure that your pizza is either fully sealed or tightly wrapped. Before eating, pop your pizza in hot oven (or air fryer) to reheat it.

FAQ -Greek yogurt pizza dough

Do you still have any question left? Keep on reading!

  • How to make air fryer pizza without yeast? To make air fryer pizza without yeast, bake in hot machine at 190ºC (390ºF) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cheese has melted and the crust is golden.
  • How to make gluten-free Greek Yogurt pizza dough? Replace all-purposes flour with gluten-free all-purposes flour or gluten-free baking flour.
  • How to make dairy-free pizza dough without yeast? Replace Greek yogurt with dairy-free firm yogurt alternatives (such as soy Skyr or soy Greek yogurt).
  • How many servings does this recipe make? This recipe gives 1 to 2 servings, depending on how you decide to serve your pizza and on your dietary needs.
  • How to make a larger Greek yogurt pizza crust? Making this recipe for more people is as simple as increasing all ingredients proportionally. Directions and baking procedures remain the same.
  • Is this recipe healthy? Yes, this easy recipe makes a pizza that is healthier than normal pizza. First, it uses Greek yogurt, which is packed with protein and nutrients. Second, it comes together with genuine ingredients only. Looking for an even healthier version? Then swap out AP flour for whole-wheat flour.

More Greek yogurt recipes

This easy pizza recipe may have changed your view of Greek yogurt already. A versatile ingredient for many recipes! And if you are still looking for new alternative healthy ways to use your yogurt, here are some great recipes for you.

  • Creamy protein pesto pasta with chicken
  • Low calorie fettuccine Alfredo
  • Greek yogurt protein cookie dough
  • Low calorie protein cookie dough
  • Protein brownie batter (no protein powder!)
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The easiest pizza recipe, this is Greek yogurt pizza dough in 20 minutes! This Greek yogurt pizza is going to become your new favorite recipe: healthy, high protein and so easy without yeast.

Servings2 servings

Calories312kcal

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

  • 120 grams (1 cup) all-purposes flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 120 grams (⅓ cup 1 tbsp) firm Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • pinch sea salt

Pizza Topping

  • 3 tbsp pizza sauce (see notes for details*)
  • 3 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese (low fat)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  • In a large bowl combine all-purposes flour, Greek Yogurt, olive oil, baking powder and pinch sea salt. Quickly stir until it comes to form a dough (add more flour if it is sticky or more Greek yogurt if dough is too dry).

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  • Transfer Greek yogurt pizza dough over a clean floured surface and knead to form a soft dough ball.

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  • With the aid of a rolling pin and your hands, shape into about a 15 cm (6-inch) round (with edges thicker than center), sprinkling some more flour if it gets sticky.

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  • Spread pizza sauce over the Greek yogurt crust and sprinkle on shredded mozzarella cheese.

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  • Bake in hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese has melted and the pizza crust is golden baked.

  • Buon appetito!

Notes

  • For pizza sauce, combine tomato sauce with a drizzle olive oil, pinch salt and a hint of oregano, garlic powder, onion powder each (to taste).

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are based on third-party calculations and should be considered approximations. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more. We do not overtake any responsibility.

Like this recipe?If you liked this recipe, make sure to leave a review. I highly appreciate your feedback. Thank you very much! All the best, Matteo

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FAQs

What happens if you don't put enough yeast in pizza dough? ›

A lack of yeast is another common reason pizza dough doesn't rise. The temperature you live in and the length you allow the dough to proof will determine how much yeast you will need to make your dough rise.

Will pizza dough rise without yeast? ›

Instead of gas bubbles produced by live yeast, this pizza dough rises through gas bubbles produced by baking powder. Baking powder requires both water and heat to react, so you won't see this dough rising as it sits at room temperature.

What does yogurt do to dough? ›

Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt holds the dough together and ensures a tender texture.

How do you fix dough without enough yeast? ›

Increasing the temperature and moisture can help activate the yeast in the dough so it rises. You can also try adding more yeast. Open a new packet of yeast and mix 1 teaspoon (3 g) of it with 1 cup (240 mL) of warm water and 1 tablespoon (13 g) of sugar. Let the yeast mixture proof for 10 minutes.

What to do if I don't have enough yeast? ›

You can substitute yeast with equal parts lemon juice and baking soda. So if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of yeast, you can use half a teaspoon of lemon juice and half a teaspoon of baking soda. Keep in mind that the bread will not need the typical proofing time and the dough will begin rising right away.

How do you make dough rise without yeast? ›

If you want to successfully substitute the yeast called for in a recipe, you just need to swap in the right amount of baking soda and acid to make the dough rise. You can use lemon juice, buttermilk, or milk combined with an equal part of vinegar as your acid. Add all the ingredients according to the recipe.

Can you make dough from flour and water? ›

This sweet spot of dough texture is due to the ratio of flour to water. Excess water makes a batter, while too little water renders a dough rough, dry and unpliable. Generally speaking, a flour to water ratio of 2:1 achieves a dough of reasonable consistency. So if you have 500g of flour, use about 250 mL of water.

Which is better, baking soda or baking powder? ›

When to use which one. Baking soda is used in recipes that also include an acidic ingredient, such as cream of tartar, buttermilk, or citrus juice. Conversely, baking powder is typically used when the recipe doesn't feature an acidic ingredient, as the powder already includes the acid needed to produce carbon dioxide.

Can I use plain yogurt instead of Greek yogurt? ›

You have to be careful with swapping Greek yogurt and regular. In some applications, the thinner consistency of regular yogurt doesn't impact the recipe at all. With baking, if a recipe specifically calls for Greek yogurt, the added moisture from using regular yogurt instead might make the dough or batter too wet.

What makes a flavorful pizza dough? ›

Any pizza dough with a complex flavor has been slow-fermented. All this means is that the yeast it contains has had ample time to eat the simple sugars in the flour. The longer the yeast has had to feast – ideally 24 to 48 hours – the lighter and more flavorful the pizza dough will be.

Can I use plain flour for pizza dough? ›

Yes, someone can use plain flour for pizza dough, but they might not get the same results as if they used a specific type of flour designed for making pizza dough. Due to the lower protein content of plain flour, the texture of the pizza dough will be slightly different.

Can I use yogurt instead of 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 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.

Can yogurt ferment dough? ›

Natural Acidity: Yogurt contains lactic acid, which can interact with the yeast and help stimulate its activity. The acidity created by yogurt creates an ideal environment for yeast growth and fermentation, which is crucial for the rising of bread dough.

How important is yeast in pizza dough? ›

Yeast is important in pizza dough because it helps leaven the dough and create air pockets, resulting in a light and airy crust. Yeast also contributes to the flavor of the crust through its fermentation process and by-products.

What happens if you don't let yeast rise enough? ›

If baked too soon or too late, loaves can collapse and have a dense, gummy center. “There are so many factors that affect rise time, so exact time will vary for every baker.

Does more yeast make pizza dough rise more? ›

Note: Too much yeast will ruin your dough, even if it does make your dough rise quickly. I strongly advice against excess yeast. It gives an off taste and dry texture to yeast baked products.

What percentage of pizza dough should be yeast? ›

The three types of yeast used in making pizza are compressed (cake), active dry or instant dry. Yeast levels range from 0.5-3% as compared to the overall weight of the flour in your recipe.

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