Thin and Crispy Grandma Pizza

Grandma Pizza has its origins in the homes of America’s Italian ancestors. Baked in a large, square pan at high heat after a relatively short final proofing time, the crust is wonderfully crispy and thinner than traditional Sicilian-style pizza. Preparing the dough the day before ensures a fresh-from-the-oven pie in less than an hour, once you're ready to bake and serve.

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Credits:
Martin Philip - Host
Tucker Adams - Producer

Chapters:
0:00: Introduction to Grandma Pizza
1:33: Step 1 - Mix the Dough
4:39: Step 2 - Knead the Dough
6:54: Step 3 - Shape the Pizza
10:09: Step 4 - Top the Pizza and Bake
12:04: Cool, Slice, and Enjoy Grandma Pizza!

[DivineCornbread]

I think this is a pretty fantastic video for making grandma style pizza. I will say it’s important on the base layer before any cheese goes down to lay down some fresh chopped garlic and oregano as this tends to be a common flavor with this style of pizza. As the pizza cooks the garlic will soften and perfume the layers.

[juliebeans]

I've tried to explain this version of pizza to people! It often showed up on the table like regular bread. It was also grandma's way of getting rid of leftovers - the last few olives or pepperoncini in the jar, chunks of her Italian pot roast that wouldn't be enough for another meal, whatever she had in the fridge. Can't wait to try this.

[thewefactor]

A wonderful homage to memories and Grandmothers wherever they are now... I personally have only beautiful memories of my mother's mother, she taught me quite a few things in the kitchen too.

[HickSquatch]

For crust flavoring, I like to let the natural flavor of the dough come through. I worked in a pizzeria and we would age the dough overnight in the walk-in.
If I want some flavor, Italian seasoning, a little dried basil rubbed together and mixed in the dry ingredients with a little garlic powder (not garlic salt). So dehydrated minced bell peppers is fun too! They rehydrate in the dough during rising and don’t affect the water content, they don’t take as much moisture

[alexisverbic]

I just made this pizza tonight and it was Everything was perfect!! The dough, was delicious!!! I made the pizza just as this video instructed, using the exact ingredients that I purchased from King Arthur!!! And the same pan too! I did everything exactly the same and the pizza turned out perfect!!!! I am so over-the-top happy! Thank you so

[B__C]

I never heard of Grandma’s Pizza until I moved to South Jersey. It’s now my favorite style of pizza

[guitarvocs]

I made this recipe last week and it turned out great. Although it was way more pizza than my wife and I need at one sitting, the leftovers reheat well in the toaster oven, and the little square slices remind us of the old Ellio's frozen pizza slices we lived on in our early days. I have the dough in the fridge for tonight's pizza, this time using the pizza flour instead of all AP. Thanks to Martin and King Arthur for these informative videos and the tasty results they produce.

[stephaniebriggs]

Love it when Martin does a recipe. Such a great teacher/instructor!

[subaru]

I love a thin and crispy crust, Martin. I will try this and use some homemade ricotta and a bit of oregano and basil from my garden. Delicious, thank you.

[TustinJimberlake]

yum I love grandma pizza. Grandmas are delicious

Sorry, can't help myself. I'll behave

[catherinefaux]

Grandma pizza is essentially what I grew up with and still make today, or at least a variation of it. I like to sprinkle oregano or Italian blend spices over the crust before adding toppings. We usually do mushrooms and ground beef cooked with onions and garlic for toppings, along with cheese and sauce, of course.

[janesmith]

Good thing I am watching this at breakfast because it is now ON for tonight's dinner! You had me at "4-36 hours'. Martin's my FAVE. Can't wait to try this. Made my day.

[maurac]

Thank you for this recipe, Martin! Can't wait to make it. Looks delicious.

One gentle alternate suggestion for that brief waiting period before layering on the cheese and sauce: Instead of emptying the dishwasher or running the vacuum, I'll be relaxing with a nice beverage instead. LOL! :-)

Seriously, though, thank you.

[poppybell]

My grandma Mable Byrd made square pizza, too! It was great! Miss you, grandma ❤

[BeckyJohnson-ccqj]

Love the set it and forget it comment. Evoking Ron Popeil, one of America’s greatest salesmen, pioneer of the infomercial - a true American icon

[RANDYCHUTE]

Great comments my friends 👍 thankyou keep your happy heart ❤ and great souls going thankyou so much ❤

[pamcrouse]

Gosh, I’ve missed watching you, Martin! Thanks for this recipe. Sure enjoyed when you baked with your son.

[jasoneverett]

Along with Claire Saffitz, Martin is one of my favorite YouTube cooks to listen to.

[marlenepolicastro]

I love watching your videos Martin. You’re an EXCELLENT teacher!!!!

[KCYT]

So simple it's hard to fail with this recipe. Make it in whatever sheet pan you have and buy good ingredients with the money saved.