Pizza is a treat no matter where or when you enjoy it. But there's something about homemade pizza that makes it that much better. If you're new to making pizza at home and searching for easy-to-follow recipes, you're in the right spot. We've rounded up a list of our favorite pizza recipes and tips to help you start your homemade pizza journey off right.
Homemade Pizza Recipes
Eager to head to the kitchen and create a flavorful pizza of your own? From breakfast pizza to gluten free deep dish pizza, there's sure to be a recipe on this list that you'll enjoy!
Skillet Pizza
Pizza is not only a delicious meal, but it's also a quick one. You can prep and bake a delicious pizza crust in under an hour with just a few ingredients. For those just getting started and looking to improve their pizza-making skills, try out this Skillet Pizza. Easy to make, simply place the pizza dough into a skillet and layer your favorite toppings onto it. Then set everything into the oven to bake. The result is a crispy, low-mess pizza crust that your guests won't be able to get enough of.
Breakfast Pizza
Who said that you couldn't enjoy pizza for breakfast? It certainly wasn't us. Here at Bob's Red Mill, we love biting into a slice of pizza in the morning, especially when it's made with savory and sweet ingredients like thick-cut bacon and maple syrup. For a perfect way to start your Sunday mornings, try out this Breakfast Pizza. Made with our Paleo Baking Flour, it's topped with breakfast goodies like bacon, sausage, eggs, maple syrups and bell peppers.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Ever wondered how BBQ sauce would taste on pizza? You're not alone. In fact, BBQ sauce on pizza is quickly becoming a new American classic. So show up to your next backyard barbecue with a trending pizza worth the hype. This BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe pairs the sweetness of barbecue sauce with creamy cashews to create a mouthwatering pizza that guests won't be able to get enough of. Made with all paleo ingredients, this recipe can easily be made vegan by swapping out the chicken breast with a meat alternative. However you decide to make this pizza, it's sure to be delicious.
Winter Harvest Pizza
The perfect cold-weather pizza, this Winter Harvest Pizza mixes seasonal veggies like winter and butternut squash with Brussels sprouts to create a hearty and nutritious base. The veggies are then topped with bacon, dates, blue cheese and hazelnuts for a drool-worthy dinner that can be prepped in just half an hour. Make this pizza the next time you're craving a warm and filling meal. We're confident it won't disappoint.
Gluten Free Deep Dish Pizza
There's no such thing as too much when it comes to deep-dish pizza. If you're a fan of thick pizza crust, deep dish pizza will quickly become a favorite. In this Gluten Free Deep Dish Pizza recipe, thick crusty bread is filled to the brim with sauce, cheese and meat. A flavorful and filling dinner recipe, this dish makes it easy to customize your dinner to include your favorite toppings. Make this pizza to share at your next family pizza night, and watch how everyone's faces light up. It's the perfect way to bring the family together and fill them up simultaneously.
Pear and Bacon Quinoa Pizza
If you're looking for ways to make your weekly pizza night a bit healthier, we have just the recipe for you. This Pear and Bacon Quinoa Pizza combines wholesome ingredients like Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour, Organic Quinoa Flour, and freshly sliced pears to create an appetizing pizza recipe that you can feel good about eating. Enjoy this pizza as is, or pair it with a fresh garden salad for even more nutrition. High in fiber and soy-free, this indulgent dish can be enjoyed by everyone.
Tips for Making Pizza at Home
Your homemade pizza can taste even better than your favorite restaurant dish with the right tools and tips. To ensure that your next pizza recipe turns out better than any before, read over this list of pizza-making tips before attempting one of the recipes above.
Use the Right Flour
When following a recipe, you must use the flour suggested. Because flour is the main ingredient in pizza dough, it will significantly affect the result. Swapping out flours or not measuring correctly could cause your pizza recipe to flop. Additionally, if you're searching for a specific type of crust, knowing which flour will produce the results you want is essential. For example, while all-purpose flour will create a good-tasting crust, if you're seeking a chewier crumb with a better hole structure, you'll want to use high protein bread flour instead.
Our Favorite Flours to Use When Making Homemade Pizza
Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Flour
Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour
Know What You're Looking For
Before you start making your dough, know what style of pizza you are going for. For example, if you are craving a light Margherita-style pizza delivering a thin crust and fresh mozzarella, you'll want to choose a recipe that features those ingredients. Contrarily, if you are serving guests with food allergies and require a gluten free pizza, selecting a recipe that's been created using gluten free ingredients will produce better results than substituting them yourself.
Know How to Knead
When making traditional pizza, a good crust relies on properly developed gluten. Kneading is an essential step in pizza making, and you must do it correctly. While a stand mixer will save you time and effort, it's not the only way to knead pizza dough. Pizza dough can be kneaded by hand or with the help of a food processor. When making a homemade pizza recipe that requires kneading, set the tools out ahead of time and be prepared to put in a bit of effort. The result will be well worth it.
Cold Ferment the Pizza Dough
If your last pizza dough turned out bland, we recommend cold-fermenting the next batch. Cold fermenting or storing your dough in the refrigerator will help the gluten develop and boost the overall flavor. For the most flavorful dough, allow it to ferment in the fridge for 1-3 days. Then remove the dough from the refrigerator and allow it to proof at room temperature before stretching and baking it.
Avoid Using a Rolling Pin
While a rolling pin may be a helpful tool when making cookies, it can harm the gluten network in your pizza dough. When possible, avoid using a rolling pin and stick to stretching your dough by hand. With a bit of practice and gravity, the dough will stretch out into the perfect pizza crust.
Go Easy on the Toppings
Making pizza at home is exciting. We get to choose everything that goes on it and fill it with our favorite topping combinations. However, it's important to remember that less is more when topping your pizza. Too much sauce will result in a soggy dough that will be difficult to place into the oven. Whereas too many toppings will weigh your pizza down and take away from the great flavor of the crust.
Preheat Your Oven to the Right Temperature
The key to the perfect pizza crust is a hot oven. Make sure your oven is set to the right temperature and has fully heated before placing your crust inside. If you're worried that the temperature of your oven might be a bit off, it may be time to invest in an oven thermometer. An oven thermometer is an excellent way to check that the temperature is reading right and ensure that your pizza crust cooks to perfection every time.
Use High-Quality Ingredients
Choosing your toppings and ingredients wisely will significantly affect your pizza's overall taste and texture. A great pizza stems from great ingredients, and using quality ingredients is essential to good pizza making. For the best flavor, we recommend choosing in-season fruits and vegetables that have been locally sourced. In addition, bread flours should contain high-quality wheat, and all gluten free ingredients should be certified gluten free to ensure integrity.
Use the homemade pizza recipes and tips above to create a mouthwatering pizza that your friends and family will go crazy for. From Gluten Free Deep Dish Pizza to Pear and Bacon Quinoa Pizza, there's something on this list that everyone will enjoy. From the Bob's Red Mill Family to yours, happy pizza making!
Do you make homemade pizza regularly? We'd love to hear more about the recipes you create in the kitchen. Share your favorite homemade pizzas with us in the comments below.
