When Should You Use the Pizza Function?
Discover when to use the Pizza function on the Urbe oven! Learn the ideal temperatures, cooking times, and expert tips for perfect homemade pizza.
The Pizza function on the Urbe oven by Alfa Forni is designed to replicate wood-fired oven cooking, thanks to its high temperatures and optimal heat distribution between the top heating element (cielo) and bottom heating element (platea).
This mode is perfect for achieving a well-risen cornicione (crust), a crispy base, and evenly melted toppings, ensuring quick and uniform cooking.
1️⃣ When to Use the Pizza Function
🍕 For High-Quality Pizza Cooking
✅ Neapolitan Pizza:
✔ Temperature: 400°C
✔ Cooking time: 90-120 seconds
✔ Result: Soft, airy crust with a crispy yet tender base.
✅ Roman-Style Pizza (Thin and Crunchy):
✔ Temperature: 350°C
✔ Cooking time: 3-4 minutes
✔ Result: Thin, crispy base with reduced moisture content.
✅ Sheet Pan Pizza (Pizza in Teglia):
✔ Temperature: 300°C
✔ Cooking time: 8-10 minutes
✔ Result: Thick, fluffy dough with a golden crust.
🔥 For Other High-Temperature Bakes
✅ Flatbreads and Calzones:
✔ Temperature: 300°C
✔ Cooking time: 2-3 minutes
✔ Result: Crispy outside, soft inside.
✅ Focaccia and Savory Pastries:
✔ **Ideal for recipes needing intense heat and quick browning.
2️⃣ How to Use the Pizza Function
🔹 Preheating
✔ Select the Pizza function and allow the oven to preheat for at least 30 minutes.
✔ Check the stone temperature (should be 370-400°C for Neapolitan pizza).
🔹 Pizza Preparation
✔ Stretch the dough on a floured surface (semolina or flour type 0 to prevent sticking).
✔ Add toppings sparingly to keep the base dry and crispy.
🔹 Baking
✔ Use a pizza peel to slide the pizza onto the baking stone.
✔ Bake for 90-120 seconds, monitoring the crust and base color.
3️⃣ Features of the Pizza Function
✔ High Temperature:
Heats up to 400°C, mimicking professional pizza ovens.
✔ Optimized Heat Distribution:
✔ Top heating element (cielo) 🔼: Browns the crust and toppings.
✔ Bottom heating element (platea) 🔽: Ensures a crispy, well-cooked base.
✔ Fast Cooking Time:
Allows you to bake multiple pizzas in succession without heat loss.
4️⃣ When NOT to Use the Pizza Function
❌ For Delicate Bakes:
Not recommended for bread, cakes, or dishes requiring slow cooking.
❌ For Low-Temperature Cooking:
For temperatures below 200°C, it's best to use the Static or Solo Piano function.
5️⃣ Pro Tips for Perfect Results
✔ Rotate the pizza halfway through cooking for even browning.
✔ Clean the stone between bakes to remove burnt residues.
✔ Avoid excessive toppings to keep the base light and crispy.
✔ Use a professional pizza peel for easy loading and removal.
📌 Conclusion
The Pizza function on the Urbe oven is ideal for high-temperature, quick pizza baking, ensuring perfect results every time. Thanks to its optimized heating system, you can achieve authentic wood-fired pizza flavors at home with ease! 🍕🔥