02/09/2026
🍕 It’s National Pizza Day
Homemade pizza has been a staple in our family for years.
Not only can homemade pizza be a healthier alternative, but one of our twins has a dairy allergy so making pizza at home means he can enjoy it without scraping cheese off or feeling left out.
When we make pizza at home:
-We skip added seed oils and processed additives that are common in most frozen pizzas
-We use simple, recognizable ingredients
-The kids love being able to “build their own” with fun designs (my daughter loves to make a pepperoni smiley face)
When pizza is homemade, you control:
• The type of flour
• The quality of meats and veggies
• Protein content
• Fiber, minerals, and blood-sugar impact
Your local grocery likely sells pizza dough packets that make prep easier-just check the ingredients label and opt for the least ingredients possible.
Or try out the below pizza dough recipe and let us know what you think!
Homemade Pizza Dough (makes 2-3 medium pizzas) 🍕
Ingredients
• 5 cups flour (organic all-purpose, or 50/50 all-purpose + whole wheat)
• 2 tsp sea salt
• 2 tsp sugar or honey
• 2 packets active dry yeast
• 1¾ cups warm water (about 105–110°F)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
3. Add yeast mixture and olive oil.
4. Knead 7–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover and let rise 45–60 minutes, until doubled.
6. Divide dough into 2 or 3 equal balls.
7. Roll out, top as desired, and bake at 450°F for 10–12 minutes.
Happy National Pizza Day!
