FIX SOGGY PIZZA! Top 5 Mistakes Beginners Make (Stone Temp, Dough & Sticking Peel)

Hi! Welcome to our pizza cooking journey! Is your pizza coming out raw in the middle or burnt on the edges? Don't give up! In this video, I’m sharing the 5 most common mistakes that lead to soggy pizza dough and how you can fix them instantly. From stone temperature secrets to the "Turn, Not Burn" rule, these tips will transform your home pizza game. Whether you're using an Ooni, Ninja Woodfire, or any portable pizza oven, mastering these fundamentals is the key to that perfect, crispy Neapolitan crust. What we cover in this guide: The Sticking Peel Fix: Why semolina is your best friend for a smooth launch. Moisture Overload: How to prep mozzarella, sauce, and veggies to avoid "pink slop." Stone Temp vs. Air Temp: Why you NEED an infrared thermometer (and the 430°C rule). The Right Flour & Hydration: Why 60-65% hydration is the sweet spot for beginners. The "Turn, Not Burn" Rule: How to manage your oven like a pro to avoid charcoal edges. Tools & Resources Mentioned: Infrared Thermometer (Essential for stone temp!) Semolina or Rice Flour (For the peel) Caputo Blue Flour (Ellie's favorite) I hope you enjoy this video, thank you so much for being here, I really appreciate you! ✨☕️ 🍕* the Ooni ovens are available here too: US Ooni official store https://tidd.ly/4eN1mYK UK Ooni official store https://tidd.ly/4eQjBgN 🛒 Our AMAZON shop that list the products I buy and use in my vids! 🍕* Amazon US Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/Got2EatPizza https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAJrK6Iol_EuykcUJoNgrBOcoWYhouA3a https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAJrK6Iol_EslBTTTIQDKiTWnjSrwH_2J https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAJrK6Iol_EvoajygHB9oRM1lLsDTKoCT https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAJrK6Iol_EuHtkgVO9NDpkYQmxDGmAAi https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAJrK6Iol_EtZg15jS8iDMI8KGCQTezj- 💪🏻 Join our channel membership to get access to custom emojis and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkos6BYb-N5Y1bN5qfLR4sg/join ⭐️ AMAZON LINKS: ⇢* NINJA ARTISAN PIZZA OVEN https://amzn.to/3XohMzY ⇢* NINJA 8 in 1 Woodfire Oven: https://amzn.to/47Jp18A ⇢* OONI Dual Sided Sizzler Plate https://amzn.to/4qWfwxB ⇢* Mini Wooden Pizza Roller - https://amzn.to/31TJAgp (helps stretch the pizza) ⇢* 12" Wooden Pizza Peel - https://amzn.to/2nQfKvs (for the 12" Pizza Ovens) ⇢* 15" Wider Wooden Pizza Peel - https://amzn.to/3rXxlwB (for the 16" Pizza Ovens) ⇢* Laser Temperature Thermometer - https://amzn.to/2VKRQhB (for every oven!) ☕️ If you would like to support Got2EatPizza or you would like to buy me a coffee you are welcome to donate to my paypal account: 🍕 https://www.paypal.me/got2eatpizza About me: Hi! My name is Ellie and I'm based in the UK. I've been on a learning to cook pizza journey since 2017 when I bought my first pizza oven, the Ooni 3. Through my videos here on this channel I share my pizza cooking journey with you using a number of different pizza ovens, including wood-fired, gas-fired and electric! I share evidence based tips from my cooking to help you cook a super pizza right in the comfort of your home. Video Chapters 00:00 Why is your pizza soggy and raw? 00:34 The "Ball Bearing" Trick: Stop pizza sticking to the peel 01:08 Moisture Overload: The #1 cause of soggy middle 02:58 How to prep Mozzarella and wet toppings 04:22 The Stone Temperature Secret (Air vs. Stone) 05:14 Recommended temperatures for Neapolitan pizza 05:35 Choosing the right Flour & Hydration (60-65%) 06:22 The Window Pane Test: Is your dough ready? 07:18 Troubleshooting cold dough in winter 08:00 Avoiding the "Half-Burnt, Half-Raw" pizza 08:58 The "Turn, Not Burn" 20-second rule 09:48 Summary: No more soggy pizza! Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. #PizzaMaking #SoggyPizza #OoniTips #PizzaDough #HomePizzaCook #PizzaMistakes #NeapolitanPizza #Got2EatPizza