The Best Tasting Grilled Pizza
Transform your backyard grilling game with "The Best Tasting Grilled Pizza" — an irresistible fusion of smoky, wood-fired flavors and all your favorite toppings. This recipe starts with a homemade pizza dough that's perfectly chewy yet crisp, thanks to a quick stint on the grill. The secret lies in grilling the dough directly over medium-high heat to create those signature char marks, before topping with tangy pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, savory Parmesan, and fresh basil for a burst of brightness. Customize with your favorite toppings, from classic pepperoni to colorful veggies, for the ultimate DIY pizza experience. Ready in just 15 minutes of cook time, this grilled pizza is a crowd-pleaser for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners, delivering restaurant-quality results right in your own backyard. Perfectly crispy, smoky, and utterly satisfying, this recipe truly lives up to its name — the best tasting grilled pizza you'll ever make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Pizza sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
- 1 cup Desired toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
Slowly add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F/230°C). If using a charcoal grill, ensure the coals are evenly distributed for consistent heat.
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin, round or oval shape on a floured surface.
Sprinkle a clean baking sheet or pizza peel with cornmeal to prevent sticking. Place the shaped dough onto the sheet or peel for easy transfer to the grill.
Carefully place the dough directly onto the grill grates. Close the lid and grill for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden and has slight char marks.
Using tongs, flip the dough. Quickly spread a thin, even layer of pizza sauce over the grilled side.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by grated Parmesan and your desired toppings.
Close the grill lid and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is fully cooked.
Remove the pizza from the grill using tongs or a pizza peel. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your smoky, grilled pizza straight off the grill!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.0 g | 265% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.7 g | 419% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 12438 mg | 541% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.4 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 166.4 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2274 mg | 175% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 2093 mg | 45% | |
*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.
