Grilled Pizza Crust
Transform your pizza night with this irresistible Grilled Pizza Crust recipe, a game-changer for outdoor cooking enthusiasts. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this dough becomes a masterpiece on the grill, developing a perfect balance of smoky flavor, crisp charred edges, and a soft, chewy center. With just 90 minutes of prep and a quick grill time of 15 minutes, you can enjoy a personalized pizza experience that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Ideal for pairing with your favorite toppings, sauces, and cheeses, or serving plain for dipping, this versatile grilled crust is perfect for entertaining or elevating your weekly dinner routine. Whether you're a seasoned griller or a pizza-making novice, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your backyard. Keywords: grilled pizza crust, homemade pizza dough, outdoor cooking, easy pizza recipe, smoky flavor, pizza night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Extra flour (for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
Add the olive oil, salt, and 3 cups of flour into the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or paddle attachment until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, gradually adding the remaining 0.5 cup of flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Lightly oil a clean bowl and place the dough inside. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and let them rest under a damp cloth for 15 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F/232°C). Brush the grill grates with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin circle or oval, about 10 inches in diameter. Use extra flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Carefully transfer one or two dough circles to the grill. Close the lid and grill for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is slightly charred and has visible grill marks.
Flip the dough using tongs or a spatula. Grill the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove the grilled pizza crusts from the grill and repeat with the remaining dough portions.
Once all crusts are grilled, top them with your favorite sauces, cheeses, and toppings and return to the grill to cook further, or serve as is for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.7 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3552 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 350.9 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 625 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
