We have tried and tested and found the best-ever pizza stone. Pizza stones are a must-have if you want to make crisp crusted pizzas in your home. There are a wide variety of pizza stones on the market but I can tell you, the ones we have found are a game changer. Once you go corderite you never go back.
While you can definitely achieve a beautiful golden crust by baking your pizza directly on the Braai, it can be a bit challenging. A pizza stone designed for use on a grill or open flame can make the process easier. Additionally, pizza stones are versatile and can be used for baking artisan bread, buns, and even cookies, and other sweet treats. It can be used in your oven, your weber, your classic pizza oven or your STüK outdoor oven.
What is Cordierite:
Cordierite is a synthetic rock used in ceramics known for its exceptional resistance to thermal shock, making it ideal for oven and grill applications. When applied to heat, cordierite stones can reach temperatures exceeding 2000 degrees. This material is safe for food use and excels in absorbing moisture from the dough, resulting in a crisp, restaurant-style crust. It also maintains heat evenly, preventing hot spots, and handles high temperatures well on grills. Its excellent heat retention makes it perfect for baking multiple pizzas consecutively during events like pizza nights or kids’ parties.
What makes a cordierite pizza stone the best-ever pizza stone?
During our search, we found that this stone heats up rapidly and produces a nicely browned crust, though it requires attention to avoid burning the bottom due to its efficient heat transfer. We appreciate the stone’s large size for accommodating both homemade and frozen pizzas with crispy crusts, although it lacks handles, when used in the STüK outdoor oven – you can just use the pizza paddle! Cordierite does stain over time, but that really isn’t something we have been bothered by.
Here are some advantages of the STüK cordierite pizza stone:
Excellent Heat Retention:
Maintains high temperatures evenly, ideal for consistent baking results.
Resistance to Thermal Shock:
Handles rapid temperature changes without cracking, suitable for oven and grill use.
Crisp Crusts:
Absorbs moisture from the dough, promoting a crispy, restaurant-style crust.
Versatile:
Can be used in various cooking environments including ovens, gas grills, and charcoal grills.
Durable Construction:
Made from robust cordierite material fired at high temperatures for durability.
Large Size:
Measures 30cm in length, accommodating large pizzas and multiple batches.
Compatibility:
Fits well in the STüK outdoor oven, a conventional indoor oven, and even a Weber.
Included Accessories:
When purchasing the STüK outdoor oven, a pizza paddle is included for easy handling and a scraper for cleaning.
Ease of Use:
Heats up quickly, making it efficient for baking pizzas and flatbreads.
Reliable Performance:
Produces consistently crispy crusts for both homemade and frozen pizzas.
The STüK cordierite pizza stone stands out as a top choice for home cooks seeking the perfect pizza crust. Crafted from durable cordierite and fired at high temperatures, it excels in heat retention and resistance to thermal shock, ensuring even baking in ovens or on grills. This stone’s ability to absorb moisture from dough results in consistently crispy crusts akin to those from a pizzeria. Its generous rectangular size of 300 x 380 x 15 mm accommodates large pizzas, making it versatile for various cooking setups.
When purchasing the STüK outdoor oven, included accessories like a pizza paddle and scraper enhance ease of use and maintenance. Whether baking homemade creations or using Jamie Oliver’s renowned pizza dough recipe, the STüK cordierite pizza stone promises reliable performance and exceptional results, turning every pizza night into a flavourful success. Explore Jamie Oliver’s pizza dough recipe here.
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