Making Your Pizza

Home is where the pizza is!

If you’re craving a great pizza that doesn’t come in a cardboard box, then this is the place for you! Making a pizza can be easy! It is a forgiving food, letting you experiment and change it until you’ve have found the perfect combination for you. The dough is easy to make and work with, even for the novice. If you are craving a great pizza that doesn’t come to your door in a cardboard box, then this is the place for you. There are some basic steps that you can easily master so that you can have a great pizza right out of your own oven: 

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of making your own pizza from scratch. Whether you’re a dough-tossing pro or a first-time pizza maker, we’ve pulled together the best techniques and tips to guide you from flour-dusted hands to that first cheesy bite. Check out these pizza-making resources: 

Working the Dough
The foundation of any great pizza starts here. Learn how to mix, knead, and shape your dough into the perfect base—crisp, chewy, or somewhere in between. We’ve also got solutions for the most common pizza dough problems. Dive in for dough-making tips and tricks to nail it every time.

Topping Your Pizza
This is where the magic happens. From classic pepperoni to adventurous combos, topping your pizza is all about making it yours and making it delicious! Discover inspiration and pro hacks on our Topping Your Pizza page—because the only limit is your imagination (and maybe your fridge).

Baking Your Pizza
Time to turn up the heat! Baking brings your creation to life with that golden crust and bubbling cheese. Lean about oven settings, timing, and secrets to that pizzeria-worthy finish.

Grilling Your Pizza
Want a smoky twist? Grilling your pizza adds bold flavor and a fun outdoor vibe. It’s a great way to make and serve pizza at your next gathering. Our Grilling Your Pizza Guide walks you through the setup, tools, and techniques to master this game-changer.

Serving Your Pizza
The grand finale—slicing, plating, and digging in. Learn how to serve it up hot and pair it with the perfect sides or drinks. We even have tips for making the most of your leftover pizza!

So are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make your next pizza night unforgettable? Let’s get started—your perfect pie is waiting!

The Best Pizza Making Tools

  • Pizza Peel Aluminum Pizza Spatula, Mooues 12 inch Metal Pizza Paddle with Rocker Cutter Foldable Wood Handle, [Storage bag included], for Family Pizza Oven Baking Pizza, Dough, Bread & Pastry 12"x 14"
    Pizza Peel Aluminum Pizza Spatula, Mooues 12 inch Metal Pizza Paddle with Rocker...
  • Orblue Pizza Dough Docker Pastry Roller with Spikes, Pizza Docking Tool for Home & Commercial Kitchen - Pizza Making Accessories that Prevent Dough from Blistering, Black
    Orblue Pizza Dough Docker Pastry Roller with Spikes, Pizza Docking Tool for Home...
  • Premium Pizza Oven Accessories Kit - 6-Piece Set for Home Pizza Making: Includes Pizza Peel, Oven Brush, Bubble Popper Turner, Rocker Cutter, Dough Roller & Scraper
    Premium Pizza Oven Accessories Kit - 6-Piece Set for Home Pizza Making: Includes...
  • Foldable Pizza Peel Pizza Pan Set, 7Pcs, 14" Aluminum Metal Pizza Paddle with Wooden Handle, Rocker Cutter, Server Set, Baking Oven Mitts, Oil Brushes, Homemade Pizza Oven Accessories Baking Supplies
    Foldable Pizza Peel Pizza Pan Set, 7Pcs, 14" Aluminum Metal Pizza Paddle wi...
  • Pizza Peel 12 inch, JIAFUEO Bamboo Pizza Turning Peel Wooden Pizza Paddle Spatula Oven Accessory for Baking Homemade Pizza, Wood Cutting Board for Cheese Bread Fruit Vegetables
    Pizza Peel 12 inch, JIAFUEO Bamboo Pizza Turning Peel Wooden Pizza Paddle Spatul...
  • Pizza Dough Docker Docker Dough Bubble killer Time-Saver Pizza Dough Roller Docker Dough Blistering Killer Pizza Docker Roller for Home Kitchen Pizza Making Accessories Pizza Docking Tool
    Pizza Dough Docker Docker Dough Bubble killer Time-Saver Pizza Dough Roller Dock...
  • Good Cook AirPerfect Nonstick Large Pizza Pan 15.75" , Perforated Crispy Crust with Cutting Guide, Glimmer Gun Metal
    Good Cook AirPerfect Nonstick Large Pizza Pan 15.75" , Perforated Crispy Cr...
  • The Perfect Pizza Pack™ - Reusable Pizza Storage Container with 5 Microwavable Serving Trays - BPA-Free Adjustable Pizza Slice Container to Organize & Save Space, Red
    The Perfect Pizza Pack™ - Reusable Pizza Storage Container with 5 Microwavable S...
  • Pro Dough Pastry Scraper/Cutter/Chopper Stainless Steel Mirror Polished with Measuring Scale Multipurpose- Cake, Pizza Cutter - Pastry Bread Separator Scale Knife (1)
    Pro Dough Pastry Scraper/Cutter/Chopper Stainless Steel Mirror Polished with Mea...
  • Silicone Baking Mat, 26" x 16" Extra Large Non Stick Dough Rolling Pastry Mat, Resuable Food-grade Nonslip Fondant Counter Oven Mat for Making Cookies Macarons Bread Baking Supplies for kitchen
    Silicone Baking Mat, 26" x 16" Extra Large Non Stick Dough Rolling Pas...

Great Pizza Cookbooks

  • Mastering Pizza: The Art and Practice of Handmade Pizza, Focaccia, and Calzone [A Cookbook]
    Mastering Pizza: The Art and Practice of Handmade Pizza, Focaccia, and Calzone [...
  • The Elements of Pizza: Unlocking the Secrets to World-Class Pies at Home [A Cookbook]
    The Elements of Pizza: Unlocking the Secrets to World-Class Pies at Home [A Cook...
  • Pizza: The Ultimate Cookbook Featuring More Than 300 Recipes (Italian Cooking, Neapolitan Pizzas, Gifts for Foodies, Cookbook, History of Pizza)
    Pizza: The Ultimate Cookbook Featuring More Than 300 Recipes (Italian Cooking, N...
  • The Pizza Bible: The World's Favorite Pizza Styles, from Neapolitan, Deep-Dish, Wood-Fired, Sicilian, Calzones and Focaccia to New York, New Haven, Detroit, and More
    The Pizza Bible: The World's Favorite Pizza Styles, from Neapolitan, Deep-D...
  • Homemade Pizza Cookbook for Beginners: An Easy-to-Follow Guide and Collection of the Best Recipes to Impress Your Friends and Family
    Homemade Pizza Cookbook for Beginners: An Easy-to-Follow Guide and Collection of...
  • Pizza Night (Williams-Sonoma)
    Pizza Night (Williams-Sonoma)
  • Flour Water Salt Yeast: The Fundamentals of Artisan Bread and Pizza [A Cookbook]
    Flour Water Salt Yeast: The Fundamentals of Artisan Bread and Pizza [A Cookbook]...
  • Pizza Night: Deliciously Doable Recipes for Pizza and Salad
    Pizza Night: Deliciously Doable Recipes for Pizza and Salad
  • Fire and Slice: Deliciously simple recipes for your home pizza oven
    Fire and Slice: Deliciously simple recipes for your home pizza oven
  • Perfect Pan Pizza: Square Pies to Make at Home, from Roman, Sicilian, and Detroit, to Grandma Pies and Focaccia [A Cookbook]
    Perfect Pan Pizza: Square Pies to Make at Home, from Roman, Sicilian, and Detroi...