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BIG HORN OUTDOORS® Signature Pizza Dough Recipe

Aug 5, 2025 ByWill Liu

This simple, four-ingredient recipe creates the perfect pizza dough for high-heat outdoor ovens, yielding a classic chewy, crispy crust that bakes in just 60 seconds.

Perfectly crafted for high-heat outdoor ovens.

Flour, water, salt, and yeast — just four humble ingredients. Yet when combined with care and heat, they transform into something extraordinary: the foundation of a truly great pizza. This is the magic behind the Big Horn® Outdoors® Signature Dough, a go-to recipe designed specifically for high-temperature outdoor pizza ovens.

Whether you're firing up for a spontaneous weeknight pizza or preparing multiple dough balls for a backyard gathering, this recipe delivers a soft, chewy interior, a crispy outer crust, and that unmistakable aroma of freshly baked artisan bread. It’s more than just dough — it’s the canvas for whatever flavor journey you choose, from classic margherita to bold BBQ steak or roasted veggies.

So roll up your sleeves, fire up your oven, and let Big Horn® help you craft unforgettable pizza moments — right from your own backyard.

4 Doughs Recipe:

Ingredient	Amount
“00” Flour	4½ cups + 4 tbsp (560 grams) plus more for dusting
Lukewarm Water	1⅓ cups + 4 tbsp (360 grams)
Fine Sea Salt	4 tsp (20 grams)
Active Dry Yeast	2 tsp (6 grams)
Fresh Yeast (Alternative)	1 tbsp (10 grams)

💡 For multiple pizzas, simply multiply all ingredients by the number of dough balls needed.

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast (if using active dry yeast)

In a mixing bowl, add the lukewarm water (not hot!) and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Skip this step if using instant yeast.

2. Mix the Dough

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the water-yeast mixture.

By Hand:
Stir with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until elastic.

With Stand Mixer:
Use a dough hook on low speed for 5–8 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and springs back when pressed.

3. Rest (First Proof – 30 mins

Cover the bowl with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 mins.

4. Strengthen the Dough (Stretch & Fold)

After resting, fold and stretch the dough 3–4 times (or gently knead again) to develop more gluten. Let rest again for 1 hour, covered.
If you used a stand mixer, this second kneading is optional.

5. Divide and Shape Dough Balls

By now, the dough should be roughly doubled in size. Portion it into individual dough balls—each weighing about 230g (8 oz).

Shape each into a tight ball by pulling the edges underneath and pinching closed. Place seam-side down in a container or tray.

6. Choose Your Proofing Method

Option A – Same Day (Room Temp):
Let dough balls rise at room temperature for 1 to 1½ hours, until soft, puffy, and relaxed. Great for quick pizza nights.

Option B – Slow Ferment (Cold Proof):
Refrigerate dough balls in covered containers for 12–24 hours. Bring to room temp for 1 hour before stretching.
Best for improved flavor and texture.

7. Stretch & Top

Dust your surface lightly with flour. Flatten a dough ball gently with your fingertips, then stretch from the center outward into a 10–12 inch round. Let gravity help by lifting and turning the dough by the edge.

Place on a floured pizza peel. Add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.

8. Bake & Enjoy

Launch into a fully preheated outdoor pizza oven (aim for 660°F / 350°C or higher). Bake for 60–90 seconds, rotating every 20–30 seconds for an even, blistered crust.

Remove, slice, and enjoy authentic, fire-kissed pizza right in your backyard.