Tips and tricks for freezing pizza – The Crust Chronicles

Homemade Pizza You Can Freeze Who doesn't love a good pizza? It's the perfect combination of gooey cheese, savory tomato sauce, and crispy crust. And the best part? You can make it at home! But what do you do when you have too much pizza dough or leftover pizza that you don't want to go to waste? Easy! You freeze it. In this post, we'll show you how to make homemade pizza you can freeze, so you never have to waste a slice again. Table of Contents Making Homemade Pizza Dough Freezing Homemade Pizza Reheating Frozen Pizza Making Mini Pizzas Making Homemade Pizza Dough The first step in making homemade pizza you can freeze is to make the dough. You can use your favorite pizza dough recipe or follow Pizza Party in Your Kitchen: A Step-by-Step Guide to Homemade Pizza Dough, Bread-y or Not, or Dough-n't Miss Out: A Step-by-Step Guide to Homemade Pizza Dough for some great recipes. Once you have your dough, follow these steps: Roll out your pizza dough to the desired size and shape. Add your desired toppings. Bake your pizza in a preheated oven at 450°F for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Let your pizza cool completely before freezing. Now that you have your homemade pizza, it's time to freeze it! Freezing Homemade Pizza Freezing homemade pizza is easy and convenient. Here's how: Cut your pizza into slices or leave it whole, depending on your preference. Wrap each slice or the whole pizza tightly in plastic wrap, making sure to cover it completely. Wrap the pizza again in aluminum foil to protect it from freezer burn. Label the pizza with the date and toppings. Place the pizza in the freezer. That's it! Your pizza is now ready to be stored in the freezer for up to three months. But how do you reheat it? Reheating Frozen Pizza Reheating frozen pizza is easy and can be done in three ways: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Remove the pizza from the freezer and let it thaw for 10 minutes. Place the pizza directly on the oven rack and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add a slice of frozen pizza and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook for 7-10 minutes or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted. Place the frozen pizza in the microwave and heat for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. This method is not recommended because the crust may become soggy. Now you know how to make homemade pizza you can freeze and how to reheat it. But what if you want to switch things up? Making Mini Pizzas If you want to make smaller portions of pizza that are perfect for snacking or entertaining, try making mini pizzas. Here's how: Divide your pizza dough into small portions, about the size of your palm. Roll out each portion into a circle or oval shape. Add your desired toppings. Bake your mini pizzas in a preheated oven at 450°F for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Let your mini pizzas cool completely before freezing. Follow the same steps as above to freeze and reheat your mini pizzas. There you have it! Homemade pizza you can freeze and enjoy anytime. Don't let your leftover pizza dough or pizza go to waste. Freeze it and enjoy it later. For more tips and tricks on freezing pizza, check out these helpful links: How to freeze homemade pizza - Completely Delicious How to Make Frozen Pizzas (homemade freezer pizza) - The Recipe Rebel Frozen Pizza Recipe (Easy Home Meal) | Kitchn 6 Easy Steps to Freeze Pizza (Homemade & Leftover Pizza) - Bella Bacinos How to Make and Freeze Pizza Dough - The Pioneer Woman Easy Mini Pizza Recipe (Freezer-friendly) - Good Cheap Eats How To Freeze Pizza - A Complete Guide - Slice Pizzeria Can You Freeze Pizza Dough? Yes, Here's How. - Taste Of Home How to Freeze Unbaked Pizza Crust - Our Best Bites How To Freeze Pizza Dough: Tips for Freezing Pizza Dough