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Cast Iron Skillet Pizza

Savory Cast Iron Skillet Pizza for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Discover the joy of making Cast Iron Skillet Pizza, a perfect weeknight dinner that combines thick crust and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Dough Rising Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor and gluten structure.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Acts as leavening agent.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1.75 cups Water Warm, to activate yeast.
For the Sauce and Toppings
  • 1 cup Homemade Pizza Sauce or store-bought.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Low-Moisture Mozzarella Shredded.
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese Can substitute with more mozzarella.
  • 1 cup Provolone Cheese or any preferred melting cheese.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Optional, omit for vegetarian.
  • 1 cup Spicy Italian Sausages Optional, can replace with ground beef.
  • 0.5 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan for garnish.
For Preparation
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Olive Oil For greasing the skillet.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • cast-iron skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, combine bread flour, kosher salt, and active dry yeast. Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  2. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 4-6 hours.
  3. In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in herbs and crushed tomatoes, season with salt, and simmer until thickened.
  4. Grease a cast iron skillet with olive oil. Press the risen dough evenly into the skillet, letting it rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Spread cooled pizza sauce over the dough and top with mozzarella, fontina, provolone, and your choice of toppings.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 500°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover pizza in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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