This foolproof No-Knead Pan Pizza delivers an ultra-crispy crust, melty cheese, and perfect toppings every time – no special skills needed!
5 Reasons This Recipe Goes Viral:
- No-knead dough (just mix and rest)
- Extra crispy edges like your favorite pizzeria
- Customizable toppings for endless variations
- Uses basic pantry ingredients
- Instagram-worthy golden crust
Ingredients (Makes 1 large 12″ pizza)
For the Dough:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For Assembly:
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, etc.)
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 1 tbsp olive oil for pan
- Fresh basil (optional garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions (with Pro Tips)
1. Make the Dough (5 mins + 30 min rest)
- Whisk dry ingredients in bowl
- Add water + oil, mix until shaggy dough forms
- Cover and rest at room temp (doubles in size!)
2. Preheat & Prep (Smart Hack!)
- Place 12″ cast iron/skillet in cold oven
- Preheat to 450°F (230°C) – pan heats with oven
3. Shape the Crust (Fun Part!)
- Coat risen dough with oiled hands
- Press into hot pan (careful!)
- Push dough up edges for thick crust
4. Build Your Masterpiece
- Spread sauce leaving 1/2″ border
- Add cheese → toppings → parmesan
- Drizzle with olive oil
5. Bake to Perfection
- 12-15 mins until golden and bubbly
- Broil 1 min for extra crisp (watch carefully!)
- Rest 2 mins before slicing
Nutrition (per slice, 8 slices)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 9g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fat: 8g
Next-Level Variations
🔥 Spicy Honey – Drizzle hot honey post-bake
🍗 Buffalo Chicken – Toss chicken in hot sauce
🌱 Veggie Lover’s – Roasted peppers + olives
🍕 Breakfast Pizza – Eggs + bacon + cheese
