Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. I’ve shared these tips and experiences here. Among all these options, the ShamBo Pizza Stone is the most highly rated. Delish editors handpick every product we feature. This is also a great choice for those who like a little crunch to their crust. It’s also marketed as being the ideal tool for grilling breads and desserts.
Made from high-heat resistant thermarite, it’s able to handle extreme changes in temperature without cracking or breaking. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Using a gas grill is generally the easiest option when combined with a pizza stone for a grill. We may earn commission from the links on this page. It’s also a versatile choice, which means you’ll certainly be able to get your money’s worth very easily. Most regular pizza stones that seem strong are actually quite brittle and can easily be chipped or shattered when being transferred from one surface to another. Although they don’t need to be used specifically on a Big Green Egg grill, they’re available in a range of sizes designed to fit all Eggs from the MiniMax Egg to the XX Large Egg. Finally, we’ll let you know of our top pick from this list! Then go with this pan—the holes in the sheet make for the crispiest crust you can get. In terms of cooking results, the Cast Elegance pizza stone by far makes the most authentic tasting pizzas that you’d be convinced were cooked in a brick-style oven. Do you like to hear an audible crunch when you bite into the crust of your pizza? The FDA-Safe thermion material will make sure it's cooked evenly all throughout. Making pizza at home can save you time and money when compared to ordering one for delivery.
You can use it for baking bread, scones, cookies and much more aside from pizza. If you’re looking for something simple that also comes at a great price, this is a fantastic option. Available in a range of sizes to suit all types of Big Green Eggs, Capable of handling the high heats required to grill pizza, When used with the Big Green Egg convEGGtor accessory, this bbq turns into a stone pizza oven where the radiant heat cooks from the top down as well, Pizza is fast to cook, generally taking between 5-7 minutes at 480°F, Regular users of the Big Green Egg pizza stone report that they’re highly durable and last years if cared for properly, This stone is thick and heavy which allows for good heat retention for faster and more even cooking, If being used in a Big Green Egg bbq, you must also have the convEGGtor accessory to create the indirect heat you’ll need to grill pizza on your stone, You can only fit one appropriately sized Big Green Egg pizza stone into the Big Green Egg bbq at a time, Many claim that the Big Green Egg uses a lot of charcoal when grilling a pizza, The Big Green Egg pizza stone and convEGGtor must be left in the grill to cool down after cooking pizza at high temperatures, The thickness and heaviness of this stone means that the Big Green Egg pizza stone does take longer than some to heat up, Some report that this stone does crack if exposed to direct high heat, The cordierite made Weber pizza stone is designed to handle high temperatures of a grill, It’s effective at transferring the heat for a crispy base, The Weber pizza stone comes with a metal carry rack to make transporting it easy, Available in 2 sizes to fit in a variety of grills, Lightweight pizza stone that’s not durable enough to handle lots of use in an outdoor pizza oven or grill, A slightly longer cooking time of between 7-8 minutes has been commonly reported, Be careful if using the metal carry rack on the grill itself as it becomes very hot, When used in conjunction with a Weber bbq, you do need a larger grill otherwise there won’t be enough space to physically move the Weber pizza stone away from the direct heat of the charcoal, When used in conjunction with a Weber bbq, some claim that it’s difficult to get the air temperature above the stone hot enough to satisfactorily melt the cheese. One of the most well-loved types of pizza is the Detroit style pizza which is unlike any other deep dish pizza out... My name is Jason McKnight, I’m a keen amateur cook and I started this site because I love pizza. It comes at a fantastic price, offers a heavy-duty, reliable design and is very versatile. Here you’ll find plenty of information as well as pros and cons for each one.
If you know what you’re doing with the Pampered Chef pizza stone, you will be able to make nice pizzas on this stone, even if only in the oven. This brand prides itself on even cooking thanks to a raised center core to prevent a soggy middle. We love the Cast Elegance pizza stone because it offers the strength, durability and variability that’s needed to cook inside or outside without worrying about damaging or breaking your stone.
Therefore, a pizza stone for grilling MUST be able to handle high heats without cracking. What good is a crispy crust if the dough at the center of your pie is undercooked? To help you make an informed decision when buying a new pizza stone for your grill, we’ve done a thorough comparison of the best 4 grilling pizza stones that are currently available. Placing the majority of charcoal in a basket on top of the grill is a proposed solution for this problem but can result in less airy dough, Reports of the Weber pizza stone cracking when exposed to direct, high heat, Available in both round and rectangular shapes so you can make whatever type of pizza you’d like, Comes with a 3-year non-commercial guarantee, All Pampered Chef pizza stones include a scraper to make cleaning it easy, Doesn’t require preheating so may save time although cooking times are generally longer, Can be used in the microwave which may be useful for fast reheating of leftovers, Won’t retain the odor or flavor of previously cooked foods, The clay based stone does absorb moisture quite well for a crispy pizza base, The Pampered Chef pizza stone CANNOT be used in high heat settings including outdoor pizza ovens and on grills, These clay-made pizza stones aren’t as strong or as durable as some other materials, You will need to season your Pampered Chef pizza stone before use by cooking high-fat foods like cookies on it, The inability to sufficiently preheat these stones increases cooking time, The hefty thermarite-made Cast Elegance pizza stone has the required durability to cook pizza on the grill or an outdoor pizza oven, It’s capable of withstanding the very high temperatures reached when cooking with gas, charcoal or wood WITHOUT cracking or breaking, The Cast Elegance pizza stone offers superior thermal shock capability so you don’t need to worry about sudden temperature changes, Efficiently absorbs moisture from pizza crust for a crisp base, Offers excellent heat retention to cook pizzas faster, Comes ready to use and doesn’t require seasoning, Doesn’t give off any nasty smells, even when new, They’re about 1/3rd of the price of the Big Green Egg pizza stone, Far more durable than the Weber pizza stone, Certified safe by the FDA and European Union.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Along the way I discovered a whole host of information, tips and tricks for a range of different situations. The large stone is great for use by both amateur cooks and the experienced, professional enthusiasts. Meanwhile, there can also be cases in which the stone breaks while on a grill or in the oven, often due to extreme heat.
Preheat it by turning on all the burners. You see, your oven at home probably can't reach the same temperatures as a commercial oven in a pizzeria. Check. This stone is 16 inches in diameter, so it will fit easily in your Big Green Egg cooker or similar round cooker. The Best Pizza Stone for the Grill After reviewing the top 4 pizza stones for the grill, the Cast Elegance pizza stone stands out as not only being the best product, but also the best priced. However, because this brand is so well-known and loved, you can expect to pay more than usual for the Big Green Egg pizza stone. I am not gentle with this thing, and it's been used on both gas, as well as charcoal grills, in temperatures … Clay, ceramic, cast iron, steel and cordierite… There’s a lot of different types of pizza stones out there and while a quality stone will help you turn out professional quality pizzas, a regular stone will only leave you with burnt crust and undercooked cheese.
The round pizza-making stone-XL 16.5″ guarantees you a perfect and crispy crust. This is one pizza stone that is very hard to go wrong with and it was our favourite. But, before we dive in, what makes a good pizza stone ideal for use on the grill? However, because of the large number of reports of cracked and broken Pampered Chef pizza stones resulting from using it in higher heats, pre-heating without pizza on it and inconsistent cooling, we can’t recommend this pizza stone to anyone who is planning to use it frequently.
Made from high-heat resistant thermarite, it’s able to handle extreme changes in temperature without cracking or breaking. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Using a gas grill is generally the easiest option when combined with a pizza stone for a grill. We may earn commission from the links on this page. It’s also a versatile choice, which means you’ll certainly be able to get your money’s worth very easily. Most regular pizza stones that seem strong are actually quite brittle and can easily be chipped or shattered when being transferred from one surface to another. Although they don’t need to be used specifically on a Big Green Egg grill, they’re available in a range of sizes designed to fit all Eggs from the MiniMax Egg to the XX Large Egg. Finally, we’ll let you know of our top pick from this list! Then go with this pan—the holes in the sheet make for the crispiest crust you can get. In terms of cooking results, the Cast Elegance pizza stone by far makes the most authentic tasting pizzas that you’d be convinced were cooked in a brick-style oven. Do you like to hear an audible crunch when you bite into the crust of your pizza? The FDA-Safe thermion material will make sure it's cooked evenly all throughout. Making pizza at home can save you time and money when compared to ordering one for delivery.
You can use it for baking bread, scones, cookies and much more aside from pizza. If you’re looking for something simple that also comes at a great price, this is a fantastic option. Available in a range of sizes to suit all types of Big Green Eggs, Capable of handling the high heats required to grill pizza, When used with the Big Green Egg convEGGtor accessory, this bbq turns into a stone pizza oven where the radiant heat cooks from the top down as well, Pizza is fast to cook, generally taking between 5-7 minutes at 480°F, Regular users of the Big Green Egg pizza stone report that they’re highly durable and last years if cared for properly, This stone is thick and heavy which allows for good heat retention for faster and more even cooking, If being used in a Big Green Egg bbq, you must also have the convEGGtor accessory to create the indirect heat you’ll need to grill pizza on your stone, You can only fit one appropriately sized Big Green Egg pizza stone into the Big Green Egg bbq at a time, Many claim that the Big Green Egg uses a lot of charcoal when grilling a pizza, The Big Green Egg pizza stone and convEGGtor must be left in the grill to cool down after cooking pizza at high temperatures, The thickness and heaviness of this stone means that the Big Green Egg pizza stone does take longer than some to heat up, Some report that this stone does crack if exposed to direct high heat, The cordierite made Weber pizza stone is designed to handle high temperatures of a grill, It’s effective at transferring the heat for a crispy base, The Weber pizza stone comes with a metal carry rack to make transporting it easy, Available in 2 sizes to fit in a variety of grills, Lightweight pizza stone that’s not durable enough to handle lots of use in an outdoor pizza oven or grill, A slightly longer cooking time of between 7-8 minutes has been commonly reported, Be careful if using the metal carry rack on the grill itself as it becomes very hot, When used in conjunction with a Weber bbq, you do need a larger grill otherwise there won’t be enough space to physically move the Weber pizza stone away from the direct heat of the charcoal, When used in conjunction with a Weber bbq, some claim that it’s difficult to get the air temperature above the stone hot enough to satisfactorily melt the cheese. One of the most well-loved types of pizza is the Detroit style pizza which is unlike any other deep dish pizza out... My name is Jason McKnight, I’m a keen amateur cook and I started this site because I love pizza. It comes at a fantastic price, offers a heavy-duty, reliable design and is very versatile. Here you’ll find plenty of information as well as pros and cons for each one.
If you know what you’re doing with the Pampered Chef pizza stone, you will be able to make nice pizzas on this stone, even if only in the oven. This brand prides itself on even cooking thanks to a raised center core to prevent a soggy middle. We love the Cast Elegance pizza stone because it offers the strength, durability and variability that’s needed to cook inside or outside without worrying about damaging or breaking your stone.
Therefore, a pizza stone for grilling MUST be able to handle high heats without cracking. What good is a crispy crust if the dough at the center of your pie is undercooked? To help you make an informed decision when buying a new pizza stone for your grill, we’ve done a thorough comparison of the best 4 grilling pizza stones that are currently available. Placing the majority of charcoal in a basket on top of the grill is a proposed solution for this problem but can result in less airy dough, Reports of the Weber pizza stone cracking when exposed to direct, high heat, Available in both round and rectangular shapes so you can make whatever type of pizza you’d like, Comes with a 3-year non-commercial guarantee, All Pampered Chef pizza stones include a scraper to make cleaning it easy, Doesn’t require preheating so may save time although cooking times are generally longer, Can be used in the microwave which may be useful for fast reheating of leftovers, Won’t retain the odor or flavor of previously cooked foods, The clay based stone does absorb moisture quite well for a crispy pizza base, The Pampered Chef pizza stone CANNOT be used in high heat settings including outdoor pizza ovens and on grills, These clay-made pizza stones aren’t as strong or as durable as some other materials, You will need to season your Pampered Chef pizza stone before use by cooking high-fat foods like cookies on it, The inability to sufficiently preheat these stones increases cooking time, The hefty thermarite-made Cast Elegance pizza stone has the required durability to cook pizza on the grill or an outdoor pizza oven, It’s capable of withstanding the very high temperatures reached when cooking with gas, charcoal or wood WITHOUT cracking or breaking, The Cast Elegance pizza stone offers superior thermal shock capability so you don’t need to worry about sudden temperature changes, Efficiently absorbs moisture from pizza crust for a crisp base, Offers excellent heat retention to cook pizzas faster, Comes ready to use and doesn’t require seasoning, Doesn’t give off any nasty smells, even when new, They’re about 1/3rd of the price of the Big Green Egg pizza stone, Far more durable than the Weber pizza stone, Certified safe by the FDA and European Union.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Along the way I discovered a whole host of information, tips and tricks for a range of different situations. The large stone is great for use by both amateur cooks and the experienced, professional enthusiasts. Meanwhile, there can also be cases in which the stone breaks while on a grill or in the oven, often due to extreme heat.
Preheat it by turning on all the burners. You see, your oven at home probably can't reach the same temperatures as a commercial oven in a pizzeria. Check. This stone is 16 inches in diameter, so it will fit easily in your Big Green Egg cooker or similar round cooker. The Best Pizza Stone for the Grill After reviewing the top 4 pizza stones for the grill, the Cast Elegance pizza stone stands out as not only being the best product, but also the best priced. However, because this brand is so well-known and loved, you can expect to pay more than usual for the Big Green Egg pizza stone. I am not gentle with this thing, and it's been used on both gas, as well as charcoal grills, in temperatures … Clay, ceramic, cast iron, steel and cordierite… There’s a lot of different types of pizza stones out there and while a quality stone will help you turn out professional quality pizzas, a regular stone will only leave you with burnt crust and undercooked cheese.
The round pizza-making stone-XL 16.5″ guarantees you a perfect and crispy crust. This is one pizza stone that is very hard to go wrong with and it was our favourite. But, before we dive in, what makes a good pizza stone ideal for use on the grill? However, because of the large number of reports of cracked and broken Pampered Chef pizza stones resulting from using it in higher heats, pre-heating without pizza on it and inconsistent cooling, we can’t recommend this pizza stone to anyone who is planning to use it frequently.