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Crispy, Cheesy Detroit-Style Pizza Dream!

Create a crispy, cheesy Detroit pizza at home using gluten-free flour, yeast, and olive oil for a delicious, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups (262g) King Arthur Gluten-Free Pizza Flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for the pan)
  • 4 ounces pre-shredded low-moisture whole-milk mozzarella
  • 4 ounces pre-shredded cheddar
  • 6 ounces hand-grated low-moisture whole-milk mozzarella
  • ¾ cup pizza sauce

Method
 

  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the gluten-free pizza flour, sugar, instant yeast and salt. Mix to combine.
  2. With the mixer running on low, slowly add the water and olive oil. Increase the speed to medium-high and mix for 5 minutes.
  3. Using an oiled rubber spatula, scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl and mix again until well-combined.
  4. Generously oil the bottom and sides of a 10×14-inch Detroit pizza pan. Press the dough into an even layer all the way to the edges and corners of the pan.
  5. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let rise for 90-120 minutes.
  6. When the dough has about 30 minutes left to rise, place a pizza steel in the oven. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  7. Slide the pizza directly onto the pizza steel and bake (without toppings) for 10 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, mix together the preshredded cheese. Spread this cheese around the perimeter of the dough pressing it firmly into the sides of the pan.

Notes

- Don't be afraid of the wet dough; it's essential for the airy texture. Resist the urge to add more flour.
- For a truly authentic crust, use a dark, heavy-gauge steel pan. The darker the pan, the crispier your crust will be.
- Ensure your oven is fully preheated with the pizza steel inside for at least 30 minutes before baking. This ensures a hot, even bake.
- If you want to make this Detroit pizza ahead, you can prepare the dough and let it rise in the pan. Once risen, you can cover it tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- The internal temperature of fully cooked cheese should reach 160°F (71°C) for optimal food safety and melt.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.