THE 10 MOST POPULAR OUTDOOR PIZZA OVEN RECIPES

Mouth-Watering Outdoor Pizza Oven Recipes for Your Next Backyard Bash!

Get ready to fire up some fun with the 10 most popular outdoor pizza oven recipes for this summer, these bad boys are all about bringing crispy crusts and melted cheese magic to your backyard bash, from classic Margherita to sizzling BBQ Buffalo chicken, and Veggie Pizza the options are endless.

Let’s jump right in and take a look at 10 of the most popular outdoor pizza oven recipes for your backyard, one of the first things you need to do is make the perfect pizza dough so let’s take a look at that first.

First, make your Pizza Dough

So before you try these outdoor pizza oven recipes you will need to make this simple and easy pizza dough recipe, and most people will have these Ingredients:

1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup warm water (110-115°F)
3 cups of all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons of olive oil

This is enough dough to make 4, 10-inch pizzas, so more or less perfect for a family of 4, if you need to make more then you can just double or proportion accordingly to the number of people eating.

How to make your pizza dough

Steps:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water (not hot) then stir to dissolve the yeast and sugar
2. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy and bubbly, which indicates that the yeast is active and ready to go
3. Now add the flour and salt to the bowl, and stir to combine.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic, this is an important part of the process and should not be skipped.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 450°F with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into two equal pieces.
8. Roll each piece of dough into a thin circle and place on a lightly floured pizza peel or baking sheet.
9. Top each pizza with your desired toppings, and then transfer to the preheated oven.

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Margherita Pizza Recipe

This classic pizza is an authentic taste of Italy! To make it, spread some tomato sauce over your pizza dough, sprinkle on some mozzarella cheese, and top with fresh basil leaves, bake in your mini oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and voila! A delicious, authentic pizza that will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Naples.

Ingredients for Margherita Pizza

Here is a step-by-step recipe for making Margherita Pizza with all the Ingredients:

• 1 batch of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Flour, for dusting

How to make Margherita Pizza

Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside, if you have one. If not, you can use a baking sheet.
2. Dust a clean surface with flour and place and stretch your pizza dough on it, use your hands to stretch and flatten the dough into a circle or oval, making it as thin as possible.
3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, always leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.
4. Place the sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
5. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the cheese, this will lift the flavor.
6. Drizzle some olive oil over the cheese and sauce.
7. Place the pizza in the oven on the pizza stone or baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and top it with fresh basil leaves.
9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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Enjoy your perfect Margherita Pizza!

Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

If you love a good old-fashioned pepperoni pizza, then this one is for you! Load up your pizza dough with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and as many pepperoni slices as your heart desires, pop it in the oven, and get ready for a taste explosion in your mouth. Yum!

Ingredients for Pepperoni Pizza

This is a great step-by-step recipe for making Pepperoni Pizza and it includes all the Ingredients that you’ll need:

• 1 batch of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 ounces of pepperoni
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Flour, for dusting

How to make Pepperoni Pizza

Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside, if you have one. If not, you can use a baking sheet.
2. Dust a clean surface with flour and place your pizza dough on it. Use your hands to stretch and flatten the dough into a circle or oval, making it as thin as possible.
3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5. Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese.
6. Sprinkle the dried oregano and a pinch of salt over the cheese and pepperoni.
7. Drizzle some olive oil over the cheese and toppings.
8. Place the pizza in the oven on the pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
10. Slice and serve the pizza hot.

Enjoy your delicious Pepperoni Pizza!

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BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

Who says pizza can’t be a little bit spicy? this BBQ chicken pizza packs a punch! spread some BBQ sauce over your mini crust, and add some shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, sliced red onions, and a sprinkle of cilantro. Bake to perfection and get ready to sweat!

Ingredients for BBQ Chicken Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for BBQ chicken pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
• 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
• Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

How to make BBQ Chicken Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, red onion, and bell peppers on top of the sauce.
5. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh cilantro leaves on top, if desired.
7. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy your amazing BBQ chicken pizza!

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Veggie Pizza Recipe

Looking for a healthier option? this veggie pizza is packed full of nutrients and flavor! to make it, spread some tomato sauce over your pizza dough, add some sliced bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives, sprinkle on some mozzarella cheese, bake until golden, and enjoy some veggie-licious goodness!

Ingredients for Veggie Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious veggie pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup mixed chopped vegetables of your choice (such as bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and olives)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

How to make Veggie Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese and mixed vegetables on top of the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the vegetables.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top, if desired.
8. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy your incredible veggie pizza!

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Hawaiian Pizza Recipe

A true crowd-pleaser, this Hawaiian pizza combines the sweet and savory flavors of pineapple and ham, spread some tomato sauce over your dough, add some mozzarella cheese, ham, pineapple chunks, and a sprinkle of bacon bits, bake until hot and gooey, and then prepare to be transported to the sunny beaches of Hawaii with every bite!

Ingredients for Hawaiian Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious Hawaiian pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 cup diced pineapple
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

How to make Hawaiian Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese, ham, and pineapple on top of the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top, if desired.
8. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy your fantastic Hawaiian pizza!

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Meat Lovers Pizza Recipe

Are you a carnivore at heart? then this meat lovers pizza is for you! load up your pizza dough with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, ham, sausage, and bacon, bake until the cheese is melted and the meats are crispy and enjoy the ultimate meat feast!

Ingredients for Meat Lovers Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious meat lovers pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 cup crumbled sausage
• 1/2 cup diced bacon
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

How to make Meat Lovers Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese, ham, sausage, and bacon on top of the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top, if desired.
8. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy this super meat lovers pizza!

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Margherita with Prosciutto Recipe

Want to add a touch of elegance to your Margherita pizza? try adding some thin slices of prosciutto! simply spread some tomato sauce over your pizza dough, add some mozzarella cheese, and top with prosciutto and fresh basil leaves, bake until hot and delicious, and enjoy a touch of Italian sophistication with every bite!

Ingredients for a Margherita with Prosciutto

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious Margherita with Prosciutto pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 5-6 thin slices of prosciutto
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves
• Extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

How to make Margherita with Prosciutto

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese and prosciutto on top of the sauce.
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
8. If desired, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
9. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy this delicious Margherita with Prosciutto pizza!

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Greek Pizza Recipe

Greek Pizza: Transport your taste buds to the sunny beaches of Greece with this delicious Greek pizza! to make it, spread some tomato sauce over your pizza crust, add some mozzarella cheese, sliced red onions, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese, bake until hot and gooey, and enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with every bite!

Ingredients for Greek Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious Greek pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves
• Extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

How to make Greek Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese, olives, and red onion to the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
8. If desired, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
9. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy this fantastic Greek pizza!

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Pesto Pizza Recipe

This pesto pizza is a fresh twist on the classic margarita! all you need to do is spread some pesto over your flattened dough then add some mozzarella cheese, top with sliced cherry tomatoes, or any available then bake until hot, then enjoy a taste of Italy with a twist!

Ingredients for Pesto Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious Pesto Pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup of pesto sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves
• Extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

How to make Pesto Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
8. If desired, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
9. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy your superb Pesto Pizza!

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Buffalo Chicken Pizza Recipe

If you want a little bit of spice in your life, then this buffalo chicken pizza is for you! first, you will need to spread some buffalo sauce over your dough, second add some shredded chicken, third add mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of blue cheese crumbles on top, then bake until hot and crispy crust, and then prepare to sweat with every bite you take.

Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious Buffalo chicken pizza:

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
• Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)

How to make Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.
3. Spread the buffalo sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
4. Add the mozzarella cheese, cooked chicken, and red onion to the sauce.
5. Sprinkle the blue cheese crumbles over the toppings.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh cilantro leaves on top, if desired.
8. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side, if desired.
9. Slice and serve hot!

Enjoy your ridiculously good Buffalo chicken pizza!

Top 10 outdoor pizza oven recipes conclusion

With these top 10 outdoor pizza oven recipes, you’re sure to find your perfect pizza topping combinations and crispy crust, melted cheese, and creative toppings, from classic Margherita pizza to sizzling pepperoni pizza, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re grilling your toppings for a different flavor or trying out other dough recipes and classic pizza topping combinations or even gourmet pizza toppings combinations, coming soon a new post on pizza topping combinations so stay tuned.

A last Pro tip: The key to success with your outdoor pizza oven is to maintain a consistent temperature and cook time, so fire up your oven, grab your ingredients, and get ready for a fun and delicious pizza-making experience.

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