Authentic Italian Pizza: A Culinary Journey

Savor Italy with authentic pizza recipes! From classic Margherita to spicy Diavola, explore easy-to-follow, traditional methods. Perfect for weekend dinners or a pizza party. Ready in under 2 hours.

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2025-04-23

Recipes

Neapolitan Pizza Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Neapolitan Pizza Dough

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
25.4K views • 8mo ago

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A step-by-step guide to making Neapolitan pizza dough with a slightly harder, easier-to-work texture.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

3 hr

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Neapolitan Pizza Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Neapolitan Pizza Dough

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
77.0K views • 3y ago

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A detailed recipe for creating authentic Neapolitan pizza dough, as demonstrated in a grand opening event in Belgium.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

2 hr 45 mins

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Authentic Pizza Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Authentic Pizza Dough

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
90.2K views • 4mo ago

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A direct method pizza dough recipe comparing two mixers' efficiency and impact on gluten structure.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

1 hr 45 mins

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Biga No Stress Pizza Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Biga No Stress Pizza Dough

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
779.9K views • 4y ago

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A detailed guide to creating the perfect Biga No Stress pizza dough, as taught by a Neapolitan pizza expert. This method involves a pre-fermentation process known as 'biga' to achieve a light and digestible dough.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

3 hr

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Chickpeas Cream and Guanciale Pizza
Vito Iacopelli

Chickpeas Cream and Guanciale Pizza

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
70.3K views • 6mo ago

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A unique pizza recipe featuring a chickpeas cream base, topped with guanciale (pork cheek), fresh mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, finished with a touch of basil for an aromatic lift.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

1 hr

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Authentic Italian Pizza
Vincenzo's Plate

Authentic Italian Pizza

Vincenzo's Plate

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16.8K views • 2mo ago

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Learn how to make an authentic Italian pizza with a soft and airy dough, a crispy yet chewy crust, and layered with traditional Italian toppings.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

30 mins

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Homemade Pizza Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Homemade Pizza Dough

Vito Iacopelli

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45.5K views • 4mo ago

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A detailed guide to creating authentic pizza dough by hand, perfect for making multiple pizzas for large gatherings.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

2 hr

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Neapolitan Pizza
Vito Iacopelli

Neapolitan Pizza

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
25.4K views • 8mo ago

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Making a classic Neapolitan pizza from scratch, starting with homemade dough.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

3 hr

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Pizza Dough Fix for Overproofed, Sticky, or Hard Dough
Vito Iacopelli

Pizza Dough Fix for Overproofed, Sticky, or Hard Dough

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
70.3K views • 6mo ago

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A comprehensive guide to fixing common pizza dough problems, including adjustments for overproofed, too sticky, or too hard dough, ensuring a perfect base for your pizza.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

5 hr

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Neapolitan Pizza
Vito Iacopelli

Neapolitan Pizza

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
6.9M views • 9mo ago

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A classic Neapolitan pizza, known for its soft and crunchy texture.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

2 mins

Prep Time:

1 hr

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Basic Pizza Dough with Poolish
Vito Iacopelli

Basic Pizza Dough with Poolish

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
984.5K views • 3y ago

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A detailed guide on making a basic pizza dough using poolish, a pre-ferment, to enhance flavor and texture. This recipe covers the importance of fermentation and how to control it for the best pizza dough.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

1 hr 45 mins

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Neapolitan Style Margherita Pizza
Vito Iacopelli

Neapolitan Style Margherita Pizza

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
29.6K views • 22d ago

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A classic Neapolitan style pizza with a simple yet delicious topping of tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

20 mins

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Special Pizza with Italian Sausage, Fresh Mozzarella, and Roasted Mushrooms
Vito Iacopelli

Special Pizza with Italian Sausage, Fresh Mozzarella, and Roasted Mushrooms

Vito Iacopelli

Italy flag
1.9K views • 7d ago

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A unique pizza recipe featuring Italian sausage, fresh mozzarella, roasted mushrooms, and sundried tomatoes, showcasing the capabilities of both a high-end and a budget-friendly pizza oven.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

20 mins

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