Start planning a pizza night with friends because you will learn how to master wood-fired pizza dough! Serve your pizzas with this popular salad, this antipasto salad, and these breadsticks.
The BEST Wood-Fired Pizza Dough
There is NOTHING like wood-fired pizza dough because it makes the world’s best pizza! And the only way to learn how to make it is from a true professional. It was a privilege to have my friend, Chef Brandon Price, teach me how to make wood-fired pizza dough. You will love his pizza dough recipe because it tastes so authentic! It’s light and airy with perfect crispy edges. Chef Brandon has worked in the restaurant industry for over 20 years and has a diverse culinary background. After owning and operating numerous successful restaurants, Brandon ultimately found his passion with pizza! He now shares his passion and expertise with the world teaching pizza classes. His mission is to inspire others to create their own pizza masterpieces and we are so lucky to learn from the best of the best! Even though this wood-fired pizza dough is SO amazing, feel free to use my quick and easy pizza dough recipe if you prefer. Pizza ovens are all the rage right now and I love my Gozney pizza oven. Check out my other top picks for portable pizza ovens!
Ingredients Needed
It couldn’t get any more simple than this wood-fired pizza dough recipe. The dough, sauce, and toppings are simple and absolutely delicious. Chef Brandon highly recommends using ’00’ Flour because it creates an airy and crispy pizza crust.
Pizza Dough
Pizza Flour: Find ’00’ flour at most grocery stores or online. All-purpose flour can be used, but your crust will have a chewy texture. Cold Water: Cold water is best to help mix the pizza dough because it helps prevent the flour from clumping. Salt: Regular table salt works great. Yeast: I used active dry yeast but you can also use rapid dry yeast. Sourdough Starter: I have a great recipe if you choose to use sourdough starter in your pizza dough, but it is completely optional!
Pizza Toppings
Canned Tomatoes: Cento brand is high-quality tomatoes produced in Italy and they have an authentic flavor that is perfect for this wood-fired pizza! Fresh Mozzarella: Fresh is a MUST! Pull off pieces of mozzarella to add to the pizza. Pepperoni: Use good-quality pepperoni slices. Fresh Basil: Top the finished pizza with fresh basil leaves!
Let’s Make Wood-Fired Pizza Dough
Follow the step-by-step instructions that Chef Brandon taught me! You’ll find the pictures super helpful and I’m so excited to pass along his knowledge of pizza dough. He has mastered this recipe and I can’t wait for you to try it!
Pizza Dough
Shape the Pizza
Pizza Toppings
Cook the Pizza
Prep the Dough: Remember to make the pizza dough ahead of time! Plan for 24 hours or up to 3 days in advance because the dough will need time to rest. Oven Option: If you don’t have a pizza oven that’s ok! An alternative cooking option would be to use your oven. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit then cook for about 8 minutes. The high oven temperature will achieve similar results. Garnishes: A drizzle of honey, balsamic glaze, or red pepper flakes would be delicious! Grated parmesan cheese is also a tasty finishing touch. Try my hot honey for a little kick! More Pizza Topping Ideas: Prosciutto and arugula are a delicious combination! My boys also love to add salami or sausage for more protein. Check out my white pizza sauce too! It would be an amazing sauce option for this type of pizza.
In the Refrigerator: Store your leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To Reheat: If you don’t like cold pizza, then you can reheat it in the microwave until warmed through. Another option is to reheat the pizza in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit until warm.
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