Cottura: Pizza Dough
Dough Calculator & Poolish
About
This app helps pizza enthusiasts precisely calculate dough ingredients and plan proofing times. It offers smart yeast calculations based on temperature and provides pre-set options for various pizza styles, with adaptive calibration for personalized results.
What's New in Cottura
1.5
July 6, 2026
New in 1.5 • Fixed finish time: set when the pizza should be ready – Cottura works every proofing stage backward and shows the date and time for each step. If you start late, the finish time stays fixed and the plan adjusts automatically. • Sourdough preferments: Biga and Poolish can now also be built with sourdough – including correct flour/water balance and an over-acidification warning. • W-value recommendation: the right flour strength for your proof time and style. • Event planning with topping guides for tomato sauce and mozzarella. • Numerous refinements to calculation and usability.
MoreFAQ
What is Cottura's yeast calculation method?
Cottura uses a temperature-based model (Q10, reference 20 °C) for smart yeast calculation, rather than generic tables. This method ensures accurate yeast amounts based on your specified hydration, salt, oil, and proofing stages and temperatures.
What pizza styles does Cottura support?
Cottura supports a wide range of pizza styles including Napoletana, New York, Tonda Romana, Al Taglio, Pinsa Romana, Detroit, Chicago Deep Dish, Sicilian, and Focaccia. Each style comes with tuned ranges for hydration, salt, oil, and typical proofing plans.
Can Cottura plan proofing times around my schedule?
Yes, Cottura allows you to plan proofing times either forward from the dough start or backward from your desired serving time. You can set a fixed finish time, and the app will automatically adjust the schedule if you start late.
Does Cottura have ads?
No, Cottura is ad-free. The app is designed to provide a seamless user experience without any advertisements.
How does Cottura adapt to my baking results?
After each pizza, you can rate your result (under-, perfectly, or over-proofed). Cottura then gradually adjusts the target times for each style, personalizing the calculations to your specific kitchen, flour, and yeast.
What devices is Cottura available on?
Cottura is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. The Apple Watch integration allows for active proofing stage and timer monitoring, as well as quick access to ingredients in bake mode.
How often is Cottura updated?
The latest version of Cottura is 1.5, last updated on July 6, 2026. The app is actively maintained, ensuring new features and improvements.
Is Cottura suitable for beginners?
Yes, Cottura is designed for anyone serious about pizza dough. It includes tips & basics on topics like yeast storage, mixing, and oven setup, alongside 38 classic recipes to guide users.