Mastering the Perfect Garlic Agave Pizza Crust: Your Ultimate Sweet, Savory, and Spicy Homemade Dough Recipe
Prepare to revolutionize your pizza nights with this extraordinary Garlic Agave Pizza Crust. It’s a symphony of sweet, savory, and just a hint of spice, creating a foundation that’s robust enough for any topping. What truly elevates this crust to legendary status is the generous slathering of sweet and spicy honey butter – a decadent touch that will leave you utterly obsessed from your very first bite. Forget everything you thought you knew about pizza crust; this recipe delivers an unforgettable flavor experience that will quickly become your go-time choice for homemade pizza perfection.
For anyone who has had the pleasure of dining at BeauJo’s in Colorado, you understand the pure magic of dipping your pizza crust into a pool of golden honey. That exquisite combination of sweet and savory, a delightful conclusion to every slice, is truly something to behold. If you haven’t yet experienced this culinary revelation, I urge you to make your way to Idaho Springs, CO, and savor it for yourself. It’s an experience that transcends a simple meal, becoming a cherished memory.
Seriously, go. I’ll wait.
This garlic agave pizza crust is a loving homage to that incredible taste, but with a significant upgrade: it eliminates the sticky mess often associated with dipping. While some may possess the grace to navigate honey-dipped crusts without a single drip, I confess, I am not among them. My pizza eating tends to be an enthusiastic, rather than elegant, affair. This recipe allows everyone, regardless of their table manners, to enjoy that iconic sweet and savory flavor baked right into the crust, along with a secret weapon – a tantalizing sweet and spicy honey butter finish.
Today is all about celebrating the joy of pizza night, especially with grilling season now in full swing! Whether you prefer the smoky char of a grilled pizza or the classic crispness of an oven-baked one, this robust, sweet, savory, and subtly spicy crust is the ideal canvas for any of your favorite toppings. Its thickness ensures it holds up beautifully, offering a satisfying chew that complements rather than competes with your chosen ingredients. From classic pepperoni to gourmet vegetarian options, this dough is engineered to elevate every single pizza creation.
If you’re ever going to embark on the delightful journey of making homemade pizza dough, let this be the one and only recipe you turn to. This crust is bursting with so much inherent flavor that it transforms what’s often an afterthought into a star component of your pizza. Imagine a crust so delicious, it’s already infused with garlic, agave, and herbs, then crowned with an irresistible sweet and spicy honey butter. Yet, it’s masterfully balanced, ensuring its bold character enhances, rather than overwhelms, your carefully selected toppings. It’s not just a base; it’s an integral part of the overall pizza experience, designed to complement every layer of flavor.
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Perfect Garlic Agave Pizza Crust
ingredients
- 1 1/8 cups warm water
- 3 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 Tbsp agave
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 5 Tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp agave
- For serving: your favorite pizza toppings mine are pizza sauce, mozzarella & monterrey jack cheese, pepperoni, dried basil and parmesan cheese
instructions
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Combine warm water, active dry yeast, agave, and olive oil in the bowl of an electric stand mixer, ensuring it’s fitted with a dough hook. Gently stir these ingredients to combine thoroughly, then allow the mixture to rest for approximately 10 minutes until it becomes nicely foamy, indicating the yeast is active. Next, add 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried oregano to the bowl. Turn on the mixer and knead the dough until it comes together into a cohesive mass. Remove the dough from the bowl and gradually knead in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, adding it slowly until the dough is no longer sticky. You might not need all of the remaining flour, so adjust as necessary. Continue kneading for an additional couple of minutes to develop the gluten. Transfer the dough to a clean bowl that has been lightly greased with olive oil. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
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Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). This ensures your oven is at the optimal temperature for baking once your dough is ready.
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Once the dough has finished rising and is light and airy, gently transfer it onto a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, carefully work the dough into your desired shape and thickness for your pizza. If you prefer a raised, chewy edge, create a crust by rolling in the edges slightly and pinching them gently to seal.
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For the irresistible sweet and spicy honey butter topping, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and agave in a small bowl and stir until thoroughly mixed. Liberally brush the entire surface of your pizza crust with this flavorful butter, ensuring you reserve about 1 to 2 tablespoons for later use. Now, proceed to assemble your pizza as you normally would, layering it with your favorite pizza sauce, cheeses, and beloved toppings.
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Carefully transfer your prepared pizza to the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 25 minutes, or continue baking until the crust achieves a beautiful golden brown color and the cheese on top is perfectly melted, bubbly, and slightly caramelized.
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Once baked to perfection, remove the pizza from the oven. Immediately brush the crust with the remaining reserved honey butter. If the butter has solidified, a quick 15 to 20 seconds in the microwave should soften it. Serve your homemade garlic agave pizza immediately, allowing everyone to savor the extraordinary flavors while it’s still hot and fresh.
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