If you thought frozen pizza was only meant for the oven or microwave, think again. In this cook, I threw a Red Baron Brick Oven Crust Pepperoni Pizza on the Big Green Egg, and let me tell you—it took this budget-friendly pie to a whole new level.
Why the Big Green Egg?
The Big Green Egg’s ceramic design acts like a legit brick oven. It’s perfect for getting that crispy crust and melted cheesy goodness without needing to spend $20 on delivery. Plus, I hate wasting leftovers, so any excuse to use the Egg again is a win.
The Setup
I didn’t use a chimney starter—just lit the coals directly. Once those were good and hot, I dropped in the inverter with the legs down, added the grate, and then topped it with the pizza stone. To keep cleanup easy and help avoid sticking, I used a round parchment paper that fits perfectly on the stone (you can grab these on Amazon).
I preheated the Egg to around 425°F to 450°F—ideal for frozen pizza.
Doctoring It Up
Yeah, we could’ve just thrown the pizza on as-is, but why stop there?
- Extra mozzarella cheese was loaded on top.
- I even added a touch of parmesan for that cheesy pull.
- Next time, I’m definitely adding sliced serrano peppers for a little heat—I had them on hand but forgot until the end. Rookie move.
The Cook
Once it was all prepped, I carefully slid the pizza onto the stone using the parchment. It took just a bit to get that cheese bubbly and the crust golden brown. The result? Melted cheese, crispy edges, and a serious flavor upgrade.
The Result
That cheese pull was no joke. Even the bottom of the crust had that golden, crispy finish you usually only get from a pizza place. And yeah—it’s still a frozen pizza, but you wouldn’t know it by the taste.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve got a Big Green Egg sitting around and a frozen pizza in the freezer, do yourself a favor and try this. It’s one of the easiest, most satisfying backyard cooks you’ll ever do. Bonus: You don’t even have to make dough or sauce.