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Cast Iron Skillet Pizza Recipe

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This Cast Iron Skillet Pizza recipe delivers a crispy, cheese-loaded pizza with your favorite toppings, all made conveniently in a cast iron pan. Baking at a high temperature ensures a perfectly golden crust with melted mozzarella, creating a delicious homemade pizza experience in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Pizza Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 ounces pizza dough (store bought or homemade, room temperature)

Toppings

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low moisture block mozzarella preferred)
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce (store bought or homemade)
  • desired pizza toppings (e.g., pepperoni, vegetables, olives, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare racks: Move one oven rack to the very bottom and one to the top of your oven, then preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) to create zones for optimal cooking of crust and cheese.
  2. Oil the cast iron skillet and shape dough: Evenly spread the olive oil in the bottom and sides of the cast iron pan. Gently stretch the pizza dough to fill the bottom of the pan, dimpling it with your fingers to fit perfectly into the skillet.
  3. Add cheese and sauce: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the entire dough surface, reaching all edges. Then dot the pizza sauce over the cheese completely, ensuring full coverage to give a balanced flavor.
  4. Top and bake: Add your favorite pizza toppings evenly. Place the skillet on the oven’s bottom rack and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the crust bottom is golden brown and cheese is melted and browning. Use a spatula to lift the crust edge to check browning. If desired, move the pan to the top rack for 2 to 3 minutes to brown the top further.
  5. Remove and serve: Carefully place the hot skillet on a wire rack to cool briefly. Run a sharp knife around the pan edges to prevent sticking. Use a spatula to transfer the pizza to a cutting board to maintain crust crispiness. Slice and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Allow pizza dough to come to room temperature before stretching for easier handling and better texture.
  • Using low moisture block mozzarella yields a crisper crust compared to fresh mozzarella.
  • Check the bottom crust with a spatula to ensure it is golden brown and cooked through before removing from the oven.
  • If you prefer a more well-done top, place the pizza on the top rack for a few minutes after baking on the bottom.

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