Blackstone Griddle Pizza

Blackstone Griddle Pizza

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Blackstone Griddle Pizza brings together the best of outdoor cooking and classic Italian flavour. With a golden, crisp base and perfectly melted toppings, this recipe transforms your griddle into a pizzeria right in your back garden.

Ingredients

  • 1 ball of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup pizza sauce (homemade or jarred)
  • 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Toppings of choice (pepperoni, onions, peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
  • Fresh basil or oregano (optional)
  • A sprinkle of flour or cornmeal (for handling dough)

How To Make Blackstone Griddle Pizza

  1. Preheat the griddle to medium-high heat (around 375–400°F / 190–200°C).
  2. Prepare the dough: Stretch or roll it into your desired size, lightly flouring your surface to prevent sticking.
  3. Oil the griddle: Brush olive oil directly onto the hot griddle surface.
  4. Cook the dough: Place the stretched dough on the oiled griddle. Let it cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form and the underside turns golden.
  5. Flip the dough: Carefully flip the base using a spatula.
  6. Add toppings: Spread pizza sauce, sprinkle cheese, and add your chosen toppings quickly.
  7. Cover to melt: Use a Blackstone dome lid (or a large metal bowl) to trap the heat, helping the cheese melt evenly.
  8. Finish cooking: Cook for another 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is crisp.
  9. Slice & serve: Remove from the griddle, let it rest for a minute, then slice and enjoy!

You Must Know

  • Temperature control is key: Too hot and the crust will burn before the cheese melts; too low and it won’t crisp properly.
  • Dome lids make a difference: They replicate oven-like heat for gooey cheese.
  • Work quickly: Once you flip the base, add toppings fast so the dough doesn’t overcook.

Topping Variations

  • Classic Pepperoni: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni.
  • Veggie Supreme: Mushrooms, onions, peppers, black olives, spinach.
  • BBQ Chicken: BBQ sauce, mozzarella, grilled chicken, red onion, coriander.
  • Margherita: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil drizzle.
  • Breakfast Pizza: Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and cheese.

Make It A Meal

Pair your Blackstone Griddle Pizza with:

  • A crisp garden salad with balsamic dressing
  • Garlic bread cooked on the griddle
  • Grilled vegetables on the side
  • A refreshing iced tea, lemonade, or cold beer

Pro Tips

  • Use cornmeal when stretching dough for an authentic texture.
  • Pre-cook watery toppings like mushrooms or courgettes to avoid soggy pizza.
  • If using thick meats (like sausage or chicken), cook them beforehand on the griddle.
  • Try personal mini pizzas so everyone can build their own.
  • Keep an extra dough ball handy – they cook fast and are always in demand!

Recipe FAQs

Can I use pre-made flatbread instead of dough?
Yes! Flatbreads or naan make excellent quick bases for griddle pizzas.

Do I need a pizza stone for the Blackstone griddle?
No – the griddle itself works perfectly, though a pizza stone can give extra crispness.

What’s the best cheese for griddle pizza?
Mozzarella is classic, but blending in provolone or cheddar adds flavour depth.

How do I keep the crust from sticking?
A light coating of oil on the griddle and a dusting of flour or cornmeal on the dough works best.

Can I make this gluten-free?
Absolutely – just use gluten-free pizza dough or pre-made GF bases

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Blackstone Griddle Pizza

Blackstone Griddle Pizza
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Are you a pizza lover? Make Blackstone Griddle Pizza with a crispy golden-brown crust and your favorite toppings!! Perfectly cooked pizza on a Blackstone Flat Top griddle is very easy to do that will taste absolutely amazing. Learn step by step instructions to easily cook a homemade pizza recipe like a professional.

  • Author: Brandy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Category: Pizzas
  • Method: Blackstone
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale
  • Pizza Dough Kit 18 oz
  • Pizza Sauce 1 cup
  • Shredded Cheese 4 cups
  • Toppings – Assortment

Instructions

Make the Pizza Crust

  1. If making homemade pizza crust, mix up the dough according to the directions.
  2. Gather all your ingredients to make your pizzas.
  3. Preheat the Blackstone Griddle on medium high heat and place the pizza stone on to the flat top.
  4. Divide the into the number of pizzas that you want to make.
  5. Shape the pizza dough into your desired thickness on a clean, dry surface sprinkled with flour.
  6. Once the pizza stone is hot, place the shaped crust onto the hot stone with a pizza peel.

How to Make a Blackstone Griddle Pizza

  1. Working quickly, spread a layer of pizza sauce onto the crust,
  2. Add a thin layer of shredded cheese.
  3. Sprinkle your desired toppings over the cheese.
  4. Finish off with a generous portion of shredded cheese.

How to Cook a Griddle Pizza

  1. Cover the whole pizza with a dome lid.
  2. Let cook about 10 minutes. Lift the lid so that the heat stays trapped inside and place onto the griddle. Check for doneness of the pizza. Decide how much longer it needs to cook.
  3. When the pizza is fully cooked, remove with the pizza peel and place onto a cutting surface. Slice into the desired pieces and serve hot.
  4. Repeat until all pizzas are cooked.

Notes

What Kind of Cheese Goes on Pizza?
Shredded mozzarella is my cheese of choice. You can use any type of hard cheese that you desire. Some like to use slices of a fresh mozzarella balls. Many choose to use a blend of different cheeses such as an Italian 6 cheese blend which is provolone, asiago, parmesan, mozzarella, Romano, and fontina.

How to Store Griddle Pizza
Once the leftover pizza is cool, place into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days.