Little Caesars had its moment in my weekly dinner lineup—until I realized homemade pizza recipes don’t have to be a hassle. Turns out, you can skip the orange box and still end up with something hotter, crispier, and way more worth your time. These pies land big flavor without the grease hangover or cardboard crust regrets. They’re fun to throw together, wildly customizable, and won’t leave your kitchen smelling like a strip mall. Once you taste what your oven can do, that $5 Hot-N-Ready won’t even tempt you.
Loaded Potato Pizza
Built on that famous two-ingredient dough, this one’s packed with all the stuff you’d throw on a baked potato. Bacon, ranch, and melted cheese turn it into a dinner you won’t need a fork for.
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Blackstone Pizza
The high heat from the griddle gives this pizza a crisp bottom your oven can’t pull off. Great if you’re after fast cook times and pizza that tastes like you actually meant to show off.
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Margherita Pizza
It’s simple, but in a smart way. You’ll get fresh basil, gooey mozzarella, and tomato with no extra fluff—and that bottom crust still hits golden.
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Homemade Weight Watchers Pizza
No yeast means no waiting around. Add your favorite zero-point toppings and you’ve got a weeknight win with minimal effort.
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Soda Bread Pizza
Got flour and a can of soda? You’re already halfway there. No kneading or waiting around, just a hot slice in minutes.
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Brie and Blackberry Pizza
Creamy brie and juicy blackberries sound weird—until you try them together. A bold pick when you want your homemade pizza recipes to stand out.
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Shrimp Scampi Pizza
Loads of buttery shrimp and stretchy cheese land this squarely in the comfort zone. Not your typical combo, but it works, especially on a Friday night.
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Homemade Thick Crust Sicilian Pizza
Thick, doughy, and worth every bite. This one’s built for feeding a crowd or stretching leftovers into tomorrow.
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Fire Grilled Pizza
Uses frozen dough, but no one has to know. Toss it on the grill, crank the heat, and you’re 10 minutes from pizza that eats like it came from a brick oven.
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