Classic Slow Cooker Pizza
Enjoy a delicious homemade pizza cooked conveniently in your slow cooker. This recipe provides a simple way to create a crispy crust and bubbly cheese pizza with your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Spatulas
Ingredients
Pizza Dough
- 1 lb Pizza Dough
Sauce
- ½ - ¾ cup Pizza Sauce marinara suggested
Cheese
- 1 ½ - 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
Toppings
- 1-2 cups Toppings pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers suggested
Other
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1-2 tablespoons Cornmeal or Flour
Instructions
Preparation
- Lightly grease the slow cooker insert with olive oil and sprinkle with cornmeal or flour.
- Stretch the pizza dough into a circle that fits the bottom of your slow cooker, forming a slight lip around the edges.
Assembly
- Carefully transfer the shaped dough into the greased slow cooker insert.
- Evenly spread pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border, then sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Arrange your desired toppings over the cheese.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings.
Cooking and Serving
- Place paper towels or a thin kitchen towel under the lid to absorb condensation, then cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or HIGH for 1-1.5 hours until the crust is done and cheese is melted.
- Carefully remove the pizza using two spatulas, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
For best results, avoid overloading with toppings to ensure even cooking. The paper towel trick is crucial for preventing a soggy crust.