{"id":2536,"date":"2026-03-15T20:20:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T20:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cupcakerecipe.net\/?p=2536"},"modified":"2026-03-15T20:20:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T20:20:00","slug":"by-alison-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cupcakerecipe.net\/?p=2536","title":{"rendered":"By: Alison"},"content":{"rendered":"

In reply to Laurie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ooh I love that you had success with a GF version! I\u2019ll have to give it a go.<\/p>\n

version ai :<\/p>\n

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Simple Crispy Pan Pizza<\/h1>\n
\n January 2, 2026<\/span>
\n by Deb Perelman<\/a><\/span><\/span>
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\n in Main Dishes<\/a>, Pizzas and Flatbreads<\/a>, Recipes<\/a>, Vegetarian<\/a>
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\n Tags: no yeast<\/a>, pan pizza<\/a>, pizza<\/a>, simple<\/a>, vegetarian<\/a>
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I\u2019ve written about pizza on Smitten Kitchen many times over the years: my first one<\/a> with store-bought dough that I topped simply. Garlic knots<\/a> that you could turn into a pizza crust. A Neapolitan-style pizza<\/a> that required special equipment (stone\/steel) and an overnight dough. A thin-crust pizza<\/a> that didn\u2019t require any special equipment but did still require a no-knead dough<\/a> and an overnight rest. Even a stovetop pizza<\/a> that came out so well, you could fool someone into thinking it was from a delivery place. Today, however, is not about the very best pizza or the fanciest pizza, it\u2019s about a very delicious and fuss-free pizza that doesn\u2019t require any special equipment, a preheated oven, or even yeast.<\/mark><\/p>\n

Instead, this pizza is made with baking powder and baking soda, giving you a crust that\u2019s tender, chewy, and gloriously crispy around the edges and on the bottom. I use a 9-inch cast-iron skillet (which makes a fairly thick pizza), but any oven-safe skillet or baking dish<\/a> of a similar size will work.<\/p>\n

But the real secret to its success is that the pizza gets transferred to a hot oven, but the oven wasn\u2019t preheated. Wait, what? Bear with me: We put the pizza (with all its toppings) in a cold oven and then turn the heat up. What happens is that it gives the dough just a few more minutes to rise while the oven comes up to temperature. After 20-25 minutes, you\u2019ll have a pizza with a perfectly cooked crust, a gooey, cheesy top, and a little caramelization on the edges of the cheese \u2014 aka, heaven.<\/p>\n

This is a small pizza, designed for 1 to 2 people as a meal. If you want to make it for a bigger crowd, you could double the recipe and use a 12-inch cast-iron skillet instead. You\u2019d need to cook it for about 5-10 minutes longer, but your guests will thank you.<\/p>\n

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Simple Crispy Pan Pizza<\/h2>\n
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\n Yields:<\/span>
\n One 9-inch pizza (serves 1-2)<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n Prep time:<\/span>
\n 15 minutes<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n Cook time:<\/span>
\n 20-25 minutes<\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Ingredients<\/h3>\n

For the dough:<\/h4>\n
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  • 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon fine sea salt<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the pan<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup (120 ml) lukewarm water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the toppings:<\/h4>\n
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    • 1\/2 cup (120 ml) pizza sauce<\/li>\n
    • 4 ounces (115 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n
    • Your favorite toppings (e.g., sliced pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Instructions<\/h3>\n
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      1. Make the dough:<\/strong> In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the lukewarm water. Stir with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add a tiny bit more flour.<\/li>\n
      2. Prepare the pan:<\/strong> Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or other oven-safe pan. Transfer the dough to the pan and use your fingertips to press it evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the skillet.<\/li>\n
      3. Add toppings:<\/strong> Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and your desired additional toppings.<\/li>\n
      4. Bake the pizza:<\/strong> Place the skillet with the pizza into a cold oven. Turn the oven to 450\u00b0F (230\u00b0C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and lightly caramelized at the edges.<\/li>\n
      5. Serve:<\/strong> Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Notes<\/h3>\n
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        • Pan alternatives:<\/strong> If you don’t have a 9-inch cast-iron skillet, you can use any similarly sized oven-safe pan, such as a round cake pan, a square baking dish, or a pie plate. Adjust baking time as needed if your pan is significantly different in thickness or material.<\/li>\n
        • Doubling the recipe:<\/strong> To make a larger pizza, double the dough and topping ingredients and use a 12-inch cast-iron skillet. Increase baking time to 25-30 minutes.<\/li>\n
        • Gluten-free option:<\/strong> I have not tested this recipe with gluten-free flour. If you try it, please share your results in the comments!<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n

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