Brick Oven Pizza Recipe
Freshly baked pizzas with a variety of toppings.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add olive oil and salt.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- 3
First Rise
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your brick oven to around 475°F (245°C).
- 5
Shape the Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2 equal portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 6
Add Toppings
Spread tomato sauce over the base, add mozzarella cheese, and top with your choice of pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and basil.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated brick oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- 8
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, slice it, and serve hot.
