For a crispier crust, preheat the cast-iron skillet in the oven before pouring in the batter. Feel free to experiment with different flours, such as bread flour or whole wheat flour, for a unique flavor and texture. Ensure your toppings are pre-cooked, as the broiling time is relatively short. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dough for a subtle kick.
Chef John's Pourable Pizza
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS55
Experience the magic of thin-crust pizza without the fuss of kneading or rolling! This pourable pizza dough method delivers a crispy, near-charred crust reminiscent of a professional pizza oven, all from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate75 g
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Fiber3 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium528 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, dry yeast, and salt. Add the warm water, olive oil, and honey. Whisk vigorously for about 5 minutes until a thin, batter-like dough forms. (5 minutes)
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StepCover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours, or until bubbly. Gently stir with a ladle to release the bubbles. (1.5 hours)
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StepGenerously oil a cast-iron skillet with olive oil. Transfer the batter into a squeeze bottle or a zip-top bag with a snipped corner. Carefully pour the batter into the skillet, starting from the center and spiraling outwards. Avoid mixing the batter with the oil. If small oil bubbles appear on the surface, use a paring knife to gently swirl them into the dough.
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StepPlace the skillet over medium-high heat. Wait for bubbles to form across the entire surface and the edges begin to dry slightly. Flip the pizza and continue cooking. The bubbly side should be dry and golden brown; the bottom should be deeply browned, approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side. The exact time will depend on the thickness of the batter. (8-10 minutes)
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StepRemove the skillet from the heat. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the crust and sprinkle with your favorite toppings. Avoid overloading the pizza.
06
StepPosition an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler to high.
07
StepCarefully place the skillet under the broiler until the toppings are cooked and bubbly, about 3 to 4 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning. (3-4 minutes)
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Sydnie Collins
Jun 30, 2025The crust was a little too thin for my liking, so I might use a bit more flour next time.
Scot Torpernser
Jun 29, 2025Broiling time is crucial. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning the toppings.
Suzanne Carroll
Jun 5, 2025My cast iron skillet worked perfectly for this recipe. Highly recommend using one!
Rocio Runolfsson
May 17, 2025The key is definitely not to overload the toppings. Less is more with this crust.
Eli Emard
Apr 28, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and the crust is unbelievably crispy.
Geoffrey Ricedeckow
Apr 1, 2025This is my new go-to pizza recipe. Thank you for sharing!
Camille Price
Dec 18, 2024I added some garlic powder to the dough, and it was delicious!
Abbie Rolfson
Nov 30, 2024Next time, I'm going to try adding some fresh rosemary to the dough.
Shanna Kuhlman
Nov 15, 2024I was skeptical about the pourable dough, but it turned out amazing! My family loved it.
Kamron Kautzer
Oct 15, 2024I used a baking stone instead of a skillet, and it still turned out great!