Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
Homemade cast iron skillet pizza features a crispy crust, customizable toppings, and a delightful soft center, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) Let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes before stretching.
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese You can experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.
- Toppings of your choice (pepperoni, vegetables, etc.) Popular toppings include mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and fresh basil.
- olive oil For greasing the skillet.
- cornmeal Optional for dusting the skillet.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Lightly grease a cast iron skillet with olive oil.
- If desired, sprinkle cornmeal on the bottom of the skillet.
- Stretch the pizza dough to fit the skillet, pressing it into the edges.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add your desired toppings on top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
Serve hot straight from the skillet. A fresh side salad or garlic bread pairs well with pizza. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.