Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
A delicious homemade pizza cooked in a cast iron skillet for a perfectly crispy crust and melty cheese. This easy recipe allows you to customize toppings and enjoy a pizzeria-style pizza right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for skillet
1/2 cup pizza sauce
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Mix with a wooden spoon until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 10 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Lightly oil a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Press the dough into the skillet evenly, forming a crust about 1/4 inch thick.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Add sliced pepperoni and black olives evenly on top.
Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes over the pizza.
Place the skillet on the stove over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom crust starts to crisp.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes before slicing and serving.