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Bar Pizza Recipe

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This Bar Pizza recipe features a flavorful cold-fermented dough that delivers a crisp golden crust and a delicious blend of cheeses topped with seasoned tomato sauce. Perfect for two servings, the dough is enriched with olive oil and corn oil, rested for optimal flavor development, and baked in a hot oven for a traditional bar-style pizza experience.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 12-24 hours for dough fermentation)
  • Cook Time: 13-16 minutes
  • Total Time: 12 hours 31 minutes to 24 hours 31 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bar pizzas (10-inch each), serves 2
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups bread flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 5 1/2 ounces cold water
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons corn oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Topping Ingredients

  • 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes (drained for 3 minutes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sicilian oregano
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 3/4 cup shredded mild cheddar
  • Sliced pepperoni (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients and add water: In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, fine sea salt, and sugar. Gradually add the cold water while mixing, until a rough, dry mass forms.
  2. Add oils: Pour olive oil over the dough and mix thoroughly to scrape off any dough stuck to the sides of the bowl, then transfer the dough onto a work surface.
  3. Knead the dough: Knead for 5-7 minutes. If the dough feels too sticky, cover it with a clean inverted bowl and rest for 20-30 minutes before continuing kneading, ensuring at least 5 minutes total kneading time.
  4. Divide and rest the dough: Divide the dough into two equal portions. Form each into a smooth ball by pulling the dough towards its ends repeatedly. Pinch the seams, place seam-side down in lightly oiled bowls, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, ideally 24 hours. For same-day use, let rise in a warm area for 90-120 minutes until doubled.
  5. Prepare dough for baking: Remove the dough from the fridge 2 hours before shaping. Preheat the oven to 500°F, configuring racks on the lowest and second-highest levels.
  6. Stretch dough into pans: Oil two 10-inch bar pizza pans with 1 1/2 tablespoons corn oil and 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter, including the sides. Press each dough ball into the pan edges. If dough springs back, cover and rest 20-30 minutes before pressing again. Dimple the dough with a fork to prevent large bubbles during baking.
  7. Prepare sauce: Strain crushed tomatoes to remove excess water, discarding liquid. Season with salt to taste. For a smoother sauce, pulse briefly in a blender or use an immersion blender.
  8. Add toppings: Spread a layer of tomato sauce onto each stretched dough. Sprinkle oregano evenly, then top with shredded mozzarella and mild cheddar. Use all cheese and some or all of the sauce as desired. Add sliced pepperoni if using.
  9. Bake the pizzas: Place the pans on the lowest oven rack and bake for 8 minutes. Check if the crust is golden brown and crisp. If so, move the pizzas to the second-highest rack and bake an additional 5-8 minutes until evenly browned and cooked through. If the crust is still pale after 8 minutes, continue baking on the low rack for the entire time.
  10. Serve: Remove the pizzas once nicely browned and cooked through. Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy your authentic bar-style pizza.

Notes

  • For best flavor and texture, allow the dough to ferment in the refrigerator for 24 hours rather than using same-day rising.
  • If the dough springs back when pressing, resting it covered for 20-30 minutes will help it relax and stretch more easily.
  • Draining excess liquid from the crushed tomatoes prevents soggy crusts.
  • Dimples in the dough help avoid large bubbles forming during baking.
  • Using both corn oil and melted butter in the pan creates a rich, crisp crust.
  • Adjust salt in the tomato sauce to your taste preference.
  • Optional sliced pepperoni adds a classic pizza topping but can be omitted for a vegetarian option.

Find it online: https://familyhomemeals.com/bar-pizza-recipe/