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Pizza (homemade) Baking Temperature — 475°F / 246°C

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Oven Temperature: 475°F / 246°C

Bake Time: 10-15 min

Overview

Bake pizza (homemade) at 475°F (246°C) for 10-15 min. As hot as your oven goes. Preheat pizza stone/steel 1 hour.

Key Details

  • Oven Temperature: 475°F / 246°C
  • Bake Time: 10-15 min
  • As hot as your oven goes. Preheat pizza stone/steel 1 hour.
  • Always preheat oven fully before baking
  • Convection oven: reduce temp by 25°F and time by 25%

Why This Matters

  • Pizza (homemade) requires precise temperature for proper texture and rise
  • Oven temperatures can vary — use an oven thermometer
  • Altitude affects baking temperature and time

How To

  1. 1Preheat oven to 475°F (246°C)
  2. 2Position rack in center of oven
  3. 3Bake for 10-15 min
  4. 4As hot as your oven goes. Preheat pizza stone/steel 1 hour.
  5. 5Let cool as directed before serving

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475°F (246°C) for 10-15 min.