Mellow Mushroom Pizza Dough Recipe (Copycat)

This Mellow Mushroom-style pizza dough recreates their signature crust—chewy, slightly sweet, and nutty with a hint of whole wheat. It’s the perfect base for stone-baked pizzas with bold toppings and gooey cheese. Brush the crust with garlic butter for that authentic finish!

Ingredients

• 2 cups bread flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp vital wheat gluten (optional, for extra chew)
• 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
• 2 tbsp cornmeal (for dusting)
• For crust finish:
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Pinch of parmesan (optional)

Directions

1. Mix warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, mix flours, salt, and gluten. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 8–10 minutes until elastic.
3. Cover the bowl and let rise 1–2 hours in a warm spot until doubled.
4. Punch down and divide into two balls. Cover and let rest 20 minutes.
5. On a floured or cornmeal-dusted surface, stretch dough into 12-inch rounds. Avoid overworking for a light crust.
6. Preheat oven with pizza stone to 500°F (260°C). Let stone heat for at least 30 minutes.
7. Add sauce, cheese, and toppings. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and crisp.
8. Brush baked crust with melted butter and garlic. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.