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Authentic NY-Style Pizza

Recreating an authentic New York-style pizza at home is all about long fermentation, high heat, and the right ingredients. This recipe gives you a thin, foldable slice with a crispy yet chewy crust, balanced sauce, and perfectly melted cheese. With the right technique, you'll get as close as possible to NYC pizzerias from the comfort of your home.

Prep & Fermentation
24–72 hours
Cook
7–10 min
Serves
2 Large 14" Pizzas

Ingredients

For the Dough (Makes 2 Large 14" Pizzas)

  • 3 ¾ cups (500g) bread flour (high-protein, ~12.5% or higher)
  • 1 ½ tsp (9g) fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp (4g) sugar
  • 1 tsp (3g) instant yeast (or 1 ¼ tsp active dry yeast)
  • 1 ⅓ cups (315g) cold water
  • 1 tbsp (14g) olive oil

For the Sauce

  • 1 (28oz) can of whole San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, if tomatoes are too acidic)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Toppings

  • Whole Milk Low-Moisture Mozzarella (Polly-O, Boar's Head, or Grande recommended)
  • Pecorino Romano or Parmesan (grated, for finishing)
  • High-quality pepperoni (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Method

Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl (flour, salt, sugar, yeast).
  2. Slowly add cold water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead for 3-5 minutes until dough comes together but is still rough.
  4. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes (autolyse for better texture).
  5. Add olive oil and knead for 3-5 more minutes until smooth.
  6. Divide into 2 balls, coat lightly with olive oil, and place in oiled containers.
  7. Cold ferment in the fridge for 24-72 hours for optimal flavor.
  8. On bake day, take the dough out 2 hours before baking to reach room temp.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

  1. Blend tomatoes lightly (leave some texture).
  2. Mix in salt, oregano, garlic, olive oil, and sugar if needed.
  3. Let sit for 30 minutes to develop flavor. Use raw on pizza.

Step 3: Bake the Pizza

  1. Preheat your oven to 500-550°F with a baking steel or stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Stretch dough gently into a 14" round (leave an edge for the crust).
  3. Place on a floured pizza peel or parchment paper.
  4. Spread a thin layer of sauce (¼ cup max).
  5. Add shredded mozzarella evenly.
  6. Transfer to the oven using a peel (or slide parchment onto the stone).
  7. Bake for 7-10 minutes (until crust is golden & cheese bubbles).
  8. Optional: Broil for 30 seconds for more browning.
  9. Finish with Pecorino and a drizzle of olive oil.
  10. Slice into large foldable slices and enjoy!