Easy Hawaiian Pizza
This Hawaiian pizza, made with easy no-knead dough, features a perfectly chewy and crispy crust that’s effortless to prepare. The 5-minute pizza sauce adds rich, fresh flavors, perfectly complementing the sweet pineapple and savory ham. Together, they create a delicious homemade pizza that’s both quick and satisfying.
This iconic pizza features a delicious combination of juicy pineapple pieces, savory ham, and a blend of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, all layered atop a rich tomato sauce. The pineapple’s sweetness complements the ham’s saltiness, creating a unique flavor profile that sets Hawaiian pizza apart from traditional options. Whether you’re a fan of the classic combination or enjoy experimenting with different toppings, Hawaiian pizza offers a refreshing and delicious twist on the traditional pizza experience.
Why is this the best pizza recipe?
- Effortless No-Knead Dough: The no-knead dough requires minimal effort, yet yields a perfectly crispy crust with a chewy interior, making it ideal for a homemade pizza night without the fuss of traditional kneading.
- Quick and Flavorful Sauce: The 5-minute pizza sauce, made with aromatic garlic, onion, and a blend of Italian herbs, delivers a rich and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweet pineapple and savory ham.
- Balanced Toppings: The combination of sweet pineapple, savory ham, and the blend of mozzarella and parmesan creates a harmonious balance of flavors that’s both satisfying and irresistible.
- Customizable and Fresh: This recipe allows you to customize the pizza to your liking with fresh ingredients, ensuring a homemade touch that beats any store-bought or takeout pizza.
Ingredients and substitutes
- All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the dough. You can also use bread flour for a chewier crust or whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
- Instant Yeast: Helps the dough rise without the need for proofing. Active dry yeast can also be used as a substitute, but you’ll need to proof it in warm water before adding it to the flour.
- Olive Oil: Adds richness and flavor to the dough. You can also use vegetable oil or melted butter as a substitute.
- Sugar: Feeds the yeast and adds a hint of sweetness to the dough. You can also use honey or agave syrup as alternatives.
- Garlic and Onion: Provide a base of flavor for the sauce. Shallots or leeks can be used as substitutes, or you can also use garlic powder and onion powder in a pinch.
- Crushed Tomatoes and Tomato Paste: Form the body of the pizza sauce. You can also use fresh tomatoes blended with a little tomato paste, or a ready-made pizza sauce as a substitute.
- Basil and Italian Seasoning: Add depth of flavor to the sauce. Fresh basil or oregano can also be used, or you can replace the Italian seasoning with a mix of dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
- Brown Sugar: Balances the acidity of the tomatoes in the sauce. You can also use white sugar, honey, or maple syrup as substitutes.
- Ham: Adds a savory, salty contrast to the sweet pineapple. Canadian bacon or prosciutto can be used as alternatives.
- Pineapple Pieces: Provide the classic sweet element in Hawaiian pizza. Fresh pineapple works best, but canned pineapple can be used as a substitute.
- Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheese: Offer the gooey, melty topping. You can substitute with other cheeses like provolone, cheddar, or a cheese blend of your choice.
Step-by-step: Hawaiian Pizza with No-Knead Pizza Dough
- Cook the Sauce: Combine all the ingredients of the pizza sauce in a food processor. Pour it into a saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, yeast, and sugar. Add the olive oil and warm water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Rest: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 8-24 hours until the dough has risen and bubbles appear on the surface.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet inside. Dust your hands with flour, remove the dough from the bowl, and divide it into two portions. Shape each into a ball, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Shape the Dough: On a floured surface, stretch each dough ball into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to parchment paper for easy handling.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin layer of the pizza sauce over each stretched dough. Evenly distribute the ham and pineapple pieces over the sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy your homemade Hawaiian pizza!
Frequently asked questions
How long does this Hawaiian pizza keep?
Firstly, pizza is always at its best fresh out of the oven. But it does have a long shelf life and can be reheated and served again.
What sauce do you use on this Hawaiian pizza?
Traditionally, tomato sauce, pizza sauce, or even marinara sauce is very common. But, I also love to use pesto, BBQ sauce, Alfredo sauce, etc. You can also make a white pizza with white sauce. I love a smear of spicy enchilada sauce on my pizza, too.
What do you put on the Hawaiian pizza?
A Hawaiian pizza is topped with ham and pineapple, but you can also sprinkle on some crispy bacon. In addition, try my other pizza recipes: classic Margherita pizza, mushroom pizza, olives and onion pizza, and 3 cheese pizza.
Can I use this pizza dough earlier?
The slow six hours of proofing are what give this pizza crust its structure and flavor. However, if you want a quick pizza dough, use my classic homemade pizza dough that needs only an hour of proofing.
The no-knead dough is too soft. Can I add more flour?
This dough is a high-hydration bread, which means it has to be soft, wet, and sticky. So, don’t add more flour. And, if you need a more defined dough that’s easy to work with, use my overnight pizza dough. It does need some kneading, but the dough is easier to work with.
Homemade Hawaiian Pizza
This Hawaiian pizza, made with easy no-knead dough, features a perfectly chewy and crispy crust that’s effortless to prepare. The 5-minute pizza sauce adds rich, fresh flavors, perfectly complementing the sweet pineapple and savory ham. Together, they create a delicious homemade pizza that’s both quick and satisfying.
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Ingredients
No-knead pizza dough (2 Pizzas)
- 4 cups (500 g) All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Instant dry yeast
- 1½ cup (355 g) Water warm
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Sugar
5 mins Pizza sauce
- 1 Garlic sliced
- ¼ Onion sliced
- 15 oz (411 g) Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 sprig Basil fresh
- 4 tbsp (65 g) Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Plus
- 1 cup (140 g) Ham cut into cubes
- 1 cup (165 g) Pineapple pieces about 6 to 8 slices
- ¼ cups (25 g) Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (112 g) Mozzarella
Method
- Cook the Sauce: Combine all the ingredients of the pizza sauce in a food processor. Pour it into a saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.1 Garlic, 1/4 Onion, 15 oz Canned crushed tomatoes , 1 sprig Basil fresh, 4 tbsp Tomato paste, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1 tbsp Brown sugar, 1/4 tsp Salt, 1/4 tsp Pepper, 2 tbsp Olive oil
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, yeast, and sugar. Add the olive oil and warm water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.4 cups All-purpose flour, 1 tsp Salt, 1 tsp Instant dry yeast, 1½ cup Water warm, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 1 tbsp Sugar
- Rest: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 8-24 hours until the dough has risen and bubbles appear on the surface.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet inside. Dust your hands with flour, remove the dough from the bowl, and divide it into two portions. Shape each into a ball, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Shape the Dough: On a floured surface, stretch each dough ball into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to parchment paper for easy handling.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin layer of the pizza sauce over each stretched dough. Evenly distribute the ham and pineapple pieces over the sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.1 cup Ham , 1 cup Pineapple pieces, ¼ cups Parmesan cheese, 1 cup Mozzarella
- Bake: Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy your homemade Hawaiian pizza!
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that your water for the dough is warm, not hot, to help activate the yeast properly. Allow your toppings, especially the cheese, to come to room temperature before assembling to ensure even melting and baking.
- Proper Dough Resting: Allow the dough to rise for at least 8 hours (or overnight) to develop the best flavor and texture. If time permits, let the shaped dough rest for 30 minutes before baking to allow it to relax, making it easier to stretch and shape.
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to the highest temperature it can go (usually 475°F to 500°F). This ensures a crispy crust and a quick bake time, preventing the toppings from overcooking.
- Drain the Pineapple: If using canned pineapple, drain it well to prevent excess moisture from making the pizza soggy. You can also pat the pineapple pieces dry with a paper towel before adding them to the pizza.
- Don’t Overload the Toppings: Be careful not to overload your pizza with too many toppings, as this can prevent the crust from baking evenly and can result in a soggy pizza. A balanced amount of sauce, ham, and pineapple ensures the best texture and flavor.
- Rotate the Pizza: Halfway through baking, rotate the pizza to ensure even cooking, especially if your oven has hot spots. This will give you a uniformly golden crust and evenly melted cheese.
- Let It Rest Before Slicing: After baking, let the pizza rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set slightly, which will make slicing easier and prevent the toppings from sliding off.
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Oops, a wonderful crust, my bad but do love so many of your recipes.
Veena, I make pizza’s all the time in out wood fired pizza oven. NEVER roll out the dough with a rolling pin, and never pinch or disturb the edges of the dough. work from the center outward, then you’ll have wonder airy crust that puffs up and is crisp
That’s right Stony. But, I’ve made so many pizzas over the years. The truth is a good dough is the best to start with and everything else is forgivable.
Such a fun flavor combination, and I love how simple it is with the no knead crust!
It is very simple Monica
Homemade pizza is the best. Love the Hawaiian twist.
Thank you. Andrea
Delicious nothing beats a homemade Hawaiian pizza. Great for when you don’t want to do a load of washing on a chick flick or movie night.
Absolutely, Charla
My boys go crazy when they get to eat pizza with pineapples. We order any pizza with added pineapples. I adore your bread recipes and I am going to try this for the pizza base.
Thank you, Sandhya. Let me know how it was
This is my Mum’s absolute favourite – she has always been a fan of Hawaiian, and so I am going to make this for her on the weekend to surprise her. She is going to love it 🙂 Thank you for this delicious recipe.
Thank you, Alex. She will definitely love it.
yes, you have quite a nice list of different pizza dough and pizza sauces here. We’ll come back to try the other recipes, but for now, we’ll enjoy our Hawaiian pizza.
Thanks, Lizet. I hope you try some.
Wow this pizza was so good! I love that the recipe contains all the instructions from making the dough to the sauce to the pizza. Great tips too, thank you! It was so easy to follow along.
Thank you, Sam. I am so happy you find this useufl.