Who doesn’t love a delicious, homemade, piping hot pizza fresh from the oven? There’s just something irresistible about that crunchy, doughy crust with the perfect amount of sauce and cheese that makes our mouths water!
There are many ways to create your own homemade pizza experience. Whether it’s an impromptu family night or you’re hosting friends from out of town, here are a few ideas on how to have a fun, easy and delicious pizza party at home!
Scratch-Made Dough
The first step in hosting your pizza night is to create homemade dough. You can do this the traditional way, by kneading together flour, yeast and salt, or you can opt for a less labor-intensive way using pre-made refrigerated pizza crust.
Before you start tossing dough like a pro, make sure it’s room temperature. This will help the dough stretch into the infamous pie shape without breaking apart.
Keep in mind your guests’ food allergies and dietary restrictions. There are many options available for gluten-free eaters, like cauliflower-crust or crustless pizzas.
Prep Your Toppings
For toppings, keep in mind that you can never go wrong with a classic pepperoni pie or a veggie-lover’s delight.
But also think about adding fun, unique ingredients like Sriracha honey garlic chicken or gourmet herbed goat cheese for something new!
Don’t forget to include some fresh herbs from the garden on top of your homemade pizza for an added wow-factor.
Have all your toppings portioned out and pre-sliced so hungry guests can dive right in. Let them build their own! This gives them more control over portions and what they like and don’t like.
Baking Options
An oven is definitely the most traditional way to bake your pizzas. But why not get a little adventurous?
Try grilling your pizza on a BBQ for an interesting flavor on the classic pie.
You could also use a cast-iron pan or thick, cast-aluminum pan for a crispier crust and fun presentation.
Or at the very least invest in a ceramic pizza stone. This round, heat-retaining cooking vessel allows your dough to cook directly on its surface, producing a crisper crust and even cooking every time!
Dipping Sauces
No matter what type of pizza you make or how you bake it, all homemade varieties taste even better with a delicious dipping sauce!
You can never go wrong with marinara or ranch dressing, but also check out some creative options like spicy chili sauce or garlic butter dipping sauce.
Make a dipping station to allow guests to experiment with different sauces and add the perfect amount of flavor every time!
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