This Smoked Pizza recipe is an easy dinner recipe that everyone will love. It’s perfect for taking the cooking outside on a hot summer day.
There’s nothing like the aroma of pizza cooking in a wood-fired oven, the cheese melting into gooey goodness, and the crust crisps up perfectly. Now imagine bringing that wood-fired flavor into your own backyard with a Smoked Pizza!
This recipe adds a smoky twist to a classic favorite, combining well-loved pizza ingredients with the unbeatable aroma of wood smoke. You’ll be amazed at the flavor of this pizza once it’s infused with that wonderful smoke.
No need to book a table at a fancy pizzeria when you can enjoy the deliciousness of restaurant-quality smoked pizza right at home!
Creating your own smoked pizza at home is an adventure in flavor that allows you to personalize every step of the process. Whether you’re a fan of traditional toppings or prefer something more unique, there’s no end to the delicious possibilities.
I promise you, this will go down as one of your great recipes, remembered by all who enjoyed it! So, grab your ingredients, fire up your smoker, and get ready to enjoy the best pizza night ever. Happy smoking!
Common Questions About Smoked Pizza
Can I Use Any Type of Wood for My Smoked Pizza?
While you can use a variety of woods to smoke your pizza, this recipe calls for cherry or apple wood. These woods provide a sweet and fruity smoke flavor that pairs incredibly well with the ingredients of the pizza.
Do I Need a Pizza Stone to Make Smoked Pizza?
Yes, a pizza stone is recommended to ensure your crust gets crispy and doesn’t become soggy. The stone evenly distributes the heat from the smoker to your pizza crust.
Can I Use Store-Bought Dough for Smoked Pizza?
Absolutely! While making your own homemade pizza dough can be a fun process, using store-bought dough is a great option for saving time without sacrificing flavor.
Storage
I’m a fan of leftover pizza. How about you? To avoid soggy pizza the next day, place your slices in the air fryer and crisp them up before eating!
Refrigerator
Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer
For longer storage, you can freeze your smoked pizza. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until solid.
Then, transfer the slices to a freezer bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, reheat in the oven at 375 degrees F until heated through.
Tips
If you’re attempting to smoke pizza for the first time, here are some great tips to get you moving in the right direction!
- To prevent your dough from sticking, sprinkle cornmeal on the pizza stone before adding the dough.
- Ensure your smoker is properly preheated to 450 degrees F before adding your pizza. This high heat is crucial for achieving a crispy crust.
- For best results, use freshly shredded mozzarella cheese. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can prevent it from melting smoothly.
- Cook your pizza until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown for the best flavor and texture.
- For an extra crispy crust, use a preheated pizza stone. Just place the stone in the smoker for a few minutes before pulling it out and putting on the pizza!
Ingredients
This pizza will earn you an easy 5-star rating with any group you have for dinner. They’ll be raving about it for days!
- Pizza dough ball
- Pizza sauce
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Pepperoni
- Ground Italian sausage
- Mushrooms
- Red onion
- Green pepper
How to Make Smoked Pizza
The baking stone is an absolutely great thing for cooking pizza. A good quality pizza stone will bring your homemade pizza to a whole new level!
- Preheat the smoker to 450 degrees F.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet on the stovetop until no pink remains. Set aside.
- Lightly coat a pizza stone with cornmeal to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Roll and stretch the pizza dough into a circle large enough to cover most of the pizza stone.
- Add the sauce and a layer of mozzarella cheese to the dough.
- Add any additional toppings that you desire.
- Then add another layer of mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
- Place the pizza onto the smoker, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the smoker when done and allow it to rest for a few minutes at room temperature before serving.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need for Smoked Pizza
For this recipe, we are using a rolling pin to spread the dough. A stretched pizza dough will give you a more artisanal look. Stretching the dough allows more of the air bubbles to stay trapped. As it cooks, it will be less uniform in shape, which many people enjoy.
- Smoker
- Pizza stone
- Skillet
- Rolling pin or pizza dough roller
- Pizza peel or large spatula for transferring the pizza
What to Serve With Smoked Pizza
Smoked pizza pairs well with a crisp, fresh salad, like a classic Caesar or an Italian salad loaded with olives, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
For something more hearty, you could serve it with garlic bread or a bowl of warm, comforting minestrone soup. You also can’t go wrong with a side of marinara sauce or garlic butter for dipping!
Why You Should Make Smoked Pizza
I really love the experience of smoking pizza. Placing that pizza stone on the grill grates just feels special to me. I personally like to use a pellet smoker, but any style will do as long as it can get to the right temperature!
- Wonderfully Unique Flavor: Smoking your pizza lends a distinct, wood-fired flavor that you can’t achieve in a regular oven.
- Easy Customization: You can tailor this pizza with your favorite toppings, cheese, and even the type of wood used for smoking.
- Fun Cooking Experience: Making smoked pizza is a great way to engage with the process of cooking and enjoy the outdoors. You’ll have the aroma of smoked pizza wafting through the neighborhood!
- Impress Your Guests: Smoked pizza is a crowd pleaser that’s sure to wow everyone at your next backyard get-together.
Variations and Add-Ins for Smoked Pizza
There is no right way to make a pizza. The best way is the one you enjoy the most! However, this method will beat out a frozen pizza any day of the month!
- Smokey BBQ Chicken: Swap out the traditional pizza sauce for barbecue sauce and add cooked chicken, red onion, and cilantro.
- Vegetarian Delight: Go without the meat and load your pizza with a variety of vegetables like bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, and spinach.
- Spicy Sausage and Feta: Combine spicy Italian sausage with feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a pizza with a kick!
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Smoked Pizza
Ingredients
- 16 ounces pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 4 ounces pizza sauce
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
- 8 ounces parmesan cheese
Toppings **see notes
16 oz pepperoni
½ pound ground Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
4 oz mushrooms, drained – if using canned – or use fresh mushrooms
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 green pepper, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 450 degrees F.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet on the stovetop until no pink remains. Set aside.
- Lightly coat a pizza stone with cornmeal to keep it from sticking.
- Roll and stretch the pizza dough into a circle large enough to cover most of the pizza stone.
- Add the sauce and a layer of mozzarella cheese to the dough.
- Add any additional toppings that you desire.
- Then add another layer of mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
- Place the pizza onto the smoker, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the smoker when done and allow it to rest for a few minutes at room temperature before serving.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
Equipment
- Wood: Cherry or Apple
- electric smoker/ Traeger
Nutrition
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
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