These homemade pizzas bring the pizzeria to your kitchen. Whether you’re using a cast iron pan, pizza stone, grill, or sheet pan, these recipes are easy to make and hard to beat.

Choose from traditional favorites, veggie-packed options, bold sauces, and fun crust ideas — all built for big flavor and total customization.

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🍅 Classic Margherita Pizza

Simple, fresh, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Crushed San Marzano tomatoes
• Fresh mozzarella
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil, salt

Instructions:

1. Stretch dough and top with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil.
2. Bake at 500°F (or highest temp) until bubbly and golden.
3. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

👉 Classic Margherita Pizza Recipe

🧀 Four Cheese Pizza

Gooey, rich, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Mozzarella, fontina, Parmesan, gorgonzola
• Garlic-infused olive oil
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brush dough with garlic oil.
2. Add cheese blend and bake until bubbly.
3. Sprinkle with red pepper for a little kick.

👉 Four Cheese Pizza Recipe

🥩 Pepperoni & Hot Honey Pizza

Spicy, savory, and just a little sweet.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Tomato sauce
• Mozzarella
• Pepperoni slices
• Hot honey

Instructions:

1. Assemble pizza with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
2. Bake until golden.
3. Drizzle with hot honey after baking.

👉 Pepperoni & Hot Honey Pizza Recipe

🍄 Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Pizza

Earthy, sweet, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Olive oil or garlic cream sauce
• Sautéed mushrooms
• Caramelized onions
• Goat cheese or mozzarella

Instructions:

1. Top dough with oil or sauce and toppings.
2. Bake until crust is crisp and cheese is melty.
3. Finish with fresh thyme or arugula.

👉 Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Pizza Recipe

🧄 White Garlic Pizza

Creamy, cheesy, and full of garlic flavor.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Ricotta
• Mozzarella
• Roasted garlic
• Olive oil, herbs

Instructions:

1. Spread ricotta and layer with mozzarella and garlic.
2. Bake until bubbly.
3. Sprinkle with oregano or parsley.

👉 White Garlic Pizza Recipe

🌶️ Spicy Sausage & Jalapeño Pizza

Bold and full of bite.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Tomato sauce
• Mozzarella
• Cooked spicy Italian sausage
• Sliced jalapeños

Instructions:

1. Add sauce, cheese, sausage, and jalapeños.
2. Bake at high heat.
3. Serve with ranch or extra hot sauce if desired.

👉 Spicy Sausage & Jalapeño Pizza Recipe

🥬 Spinach & Artichoke Pizza

Inspired by the dip, upgraded to a full meal.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Cream cheese or white sauce
• Cooked spinach
• Artichoke hearts
• Mozzarella & Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Layer white sauce and toppings.
2. Bake until golden.
3. Finish with chili flakes or lemon zest.

👉 Spinach & Artichoke Pizza Recipe

🍗 BBQ Chicken Pizza

Sweet, smoky, and cheesy.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• BBQ sauce
• Cooked shredded chicken
• Red onion slices
• Mozzarella & cheddar

Instructions:

1. Spread BBQ sauce on dough.
2. Add chicken, onion, and cheese.
3. Bake and top with cilantro.

👉 BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

🍕 Cast Iron Skillet Deep Dish

Crispy edges, cheesy center, and a thick crust.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Tomato sauce
• Mozzarella
• Sausage, pepperoni, or veggies
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Oil cast iron skillet and press dough inside.
2. Layer cheese, toppings, then sauce.
3. Bake at 450°F until golden and crisp.

👉 Cast Iron Skillet Deep Dish Recipe

🌿 Pesto Veggie Pizza

Bright, fresh, and packed with greens.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Pesto sauce
• Mozzarella
• Sliced zucchini, tomatoes, mushrooms
• Arugula (optional)

Instructions:

1. Spread pesto, add veggies and cheese.
2. Bake until veggies are just tender.
3. Top with arugula or lemon zest.

👉 Pesto Veggie Pizza Recipe

🧄 White Sauce Pizza Recipe That’s Totally Addictive

Creamy, garlicky, and a perfect change-up from red sauce.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• White sauce (butter, garlic, flour, milk, Parmesan)
• Mozzarella + provolone
• Spinach, mushrooms, or chicken (optional)

Instructions:

1. Spread white sauce over stretched dough.
2. Add cheese and toppings.
3. Bake at 475°F for 10–12 minutes.

👉 White Sauce Pizza Recipe

🧱 Detroit-Style Pan Pizza

Thick, airy crust with crispy cheese edges.

Ingredients:

• High-hydration dough
• Brick cheese or mozzarella
• Pepperoni or sausage
• Crushed tomatoes (added after baking)

Instructions:

1. Press dough into a greased pan and let rise.
2. Add cheese to the edges and top with meat.
3. Bake at 500°F for 15–18 minutes.
4. Spoon sauce on top post-bake.

👉 Detroit-Style Pan Pizza Recipe

🥖 French Bread Pizza

Fast, nostalgic, and fully customizable.

Ingredients:

• French bread (halved lengthwise)
• Pizza sauce
• Mozzarella cheese
• Any toppings

Instructions:

1. Spread sauce and cheese on bread.
2. Add toppings.
3. Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.

👉 French Bread Pizza Recipe

🥒 Pickle Pizza

Tangy, cheesy, and totally unexpected.

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• White garlic sauce or ranch base
• Mozzarella
• Dill pickle slices
• Fresh dill, chili flakes

Instructions:

1. Spread white sauce on dough.
2. Top with cheese and pickles.
3. Bake at 475°F for 10–12 minutes.
4. Finish with fresh dill and a drizzle of ranch (optional).

👉 Pickle Pizza Recipe

🌾 Gluten-Free Pizza

A great crust alternative without compromising flavor.

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free pizza dough or cauliflower crust
• Sauce of choice
• Cheese + gluten-free toppings (check labels)

Instructions:

1. Pre-bake crust if needed.
2. Add sauce, cheese, and toppings.
3. Bake according to package or until bubbly and crisp.

👉 Gluten-Free Pizza Recipe

Final Thoughts: Your Dough, Your Rules

Homemade pizza is all about freedom — choose your base, layer your flavors, and bake it your way. Whether you’re craving classic combos or experimenting with bold sauces and toppings, these recipes are easy to build and even easier to eat.

👉 Best-Ever Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe

Pro tip: Preheat your oven and pizza stone (if using) for at least 30 minutes for the best crust texture.