Description

This Cast Iron Pizza Recipe delivers a crispy, golden crust with perfectly melted cheese using a cast iron skillet. This method mimics a restaurant-style pizza, offering the perfect balance of crunch and chew. Whether you’re using store-bought or homemade dough, this foolproof technique ensures pizzeria-quality results at home.

Ingredients

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For the Dough (if making from scratch)

3 cups bread flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water (110°F)
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Pizza

½ cup tomato sauce (or marinara sauce)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing the skillet)
Desired toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives, cooked chicken, etc.)
Fresh basil or oregano (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough (Skip if using store-bought dough)
- Activate yeast in warm water with sugar.
- Mix with flour, salt, and olive oil to form a dough.
- Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
Preheat the Cast Iron Skillet
- Place the skillet on medium heat for 3-5 minutes. (If using the oven, preheat at 450°F with the skillet inside.)
Roll & Shape the Dough
- Stretch the dough into a 10-12 inch round to fit the skillet.
Cook the Base on Stovetop (Optional but recommended for extra crispiness)
- Add the dough to the hot skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
Add Toppings
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Add cheese and your favorite toppings.
Bake in the Oven
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake at 450°F for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- (Optional) Broil for 1-2 minutes for an extra crispy top.
Serve & Enjoy
- Remove from the oven carefully.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve!

Notes

For a thinner crust: Roll the dough thinner and reduce the baking time slightly.
For extra crispy crust: Preheat the skillet in the oven before adding the dough.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Cast Iron Pizza, Skillet Pizza, Homemade Pizza, Crispy Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe, Deep Dish Pizza