Summary:
- Try these delicious recipes: Classic Margherita, Spicy Pepperoni with Honey, and Fig & Prosciutto with Arugula.
- Fresh, high-quality ingredients like mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes enhance the flavors of your homemade pizza.
- Beyond pizza, use your pizza oven for roasting vegetables, cooking meats, and creating desserts.
- Any pizza dough works in a pizza oven, but remember to let store-bought dough reach room temperature for easier handling.
There’s something special about the aroma of freshly baked pizza, the crackling crust, and gooey cheese with every bite. While takeout is easy, nothing beats the satisfaction of creating your own masterpiece in a pizza oven. Whether you’re a pro or just experimenting, pizza ovens turn backyards into hubs for culinary creativity.
It’s not just about convenience—it’s about flavor. The intense heat delivers that crispy crust and perfectly melted toppings you can’t get from a regular oven.
Ready to fire up your Versa 16 oven? Here are three mouthwatering recipes to impress your friends and family in no time.
1. Classic Margherita
Sometimes, simplicity is the key to satisfaction, and nothing proves it better than a classic Margherita pizza. When it comes to pizza oven pizza recipes, this timeless favorite showcases how a few high-quality ingredients can create a dish bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
Fresh mozzarella, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Let store-bought dough come to room temp, or follow your recipe for homemade dough.
- Preheat your pizza oven for 12 minutes and reach 700-800°F.
- Stretch or roll the dough, spread crushed tomatoes over the base, and add mozzarella slices, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for about 4-5 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly or preferred doneness.
- Top with fresh basil.
Pro Tip: Use a high-quality olive oil for the perfect finishing drizzle.
2. Spicy Pepperoni with Honey
This is one of those recipes for pizza oven cooking that’s both bold and comforting. The mix of spicy pepperoni, gooey mozzarella, and sweet honey is pure magic.
Ingredients
1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup pizza sauce
8 oz fresh mozzarella, shredded
6 oz spicy pepperoni slices
2 tbsp hot honey (or honey with red pepper flakes)
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Let store-bought dough reach room temp or follow your homemade dough recipe.
- Preheat your pizza oven for 12 minutes and get to 700-800°F.
- Roll out the dough, spread pizza sauce, add mozzarella, and layer on the pepperoni.
- Cook in the oven for about 4-5 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese bubbly or preferred doneness.
- Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with black pepper.
3. Fig and Prosciutto with Arugula
This fig and prosciutto pizza with arugula is a standout among the best pizza oven recipes. Sweet figs, salty prosciutto, peppery arugula, and creamy goat cheese create a flavor combo that’s next-level delicious.
Ingredients
1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
4 oz goat cheese, softened
6 fresh figs, thinly sliced
4 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
1 cup arugula
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Olive oil, salt, and black pepper
Instructions
- Let store-bought dough come to room temp or make your own.
- Preheat your pizza oven for 12 minutes and reach 700-800°F.
- Spread goat cheese on the dough, leaving a border. Add fig slices and prosciutto.
- Cook in the hot oven for about 4-5 minutes, until the crust is golden or preferred doneness.
- Top with arugula, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and season with salt and pepper.
Tip: Add toasted walnuts or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
Looking for More Inspiration?
Check out more of our outdoor pizza oven recipes and explore a treasure trove of delicious ideas. From timeless classics to creative twists, we’ve got plenty of recipes to wow your family and friends.
Level Up Your Pizza Game
Shop our Versa 16 Outdoor Pizza Oven at HALO and experience the joy of outdoor cooking.
With its exceptional heat retention and versatile design, the Versa 16 will become your ticket to amazing pizzas and so much more! It’s the ultimate outdoor cooking companion for creating unforgettable meals and memories.
FAQ
What else can I cook in a pizza oven?
Pizza ovens aren’t just for pizza! Roast veggies, sear steak, and create delicious desserts (even dessert pizza). The sizzling high heat and amazing flexibility will take your dishes to the next level.
Ideas to try:
Can you use regular pizza dough in a pizza oven?
Yes! Any pizza dough works in a pizza oven. The high heat creates a crispy crust fast.
Tip: Let store-bought dough reach room temp before stretching for easier handling.