How to Make Pizza in a Microwave Oven (Without Convection) – Quick & Easy Guide
Why This Works
Not everyone has a traditional oven — and even if you do, sometimes you just want pizza fast. With the right dough thickness, toppings, and microwave settings, you can enjoy a hot, cheesy slice in under 5 minutes.
🛠 Equipment & Ingredients
Equipment:
- Microwave oven (standard or convection — convection not required)
- Microwave‑safe plate or dish
- Microwave‑safe cover (to prevent splatters)
- Fork and spoon
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (store‑bought or homemade)
- Pizza sauce (store‑bought or quick homemade)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of choice — pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives, sweetcorn, basil, or Nigerian twists like fried plantain (dodo) or suya
Step 1 – Prepare the Dough
- Roll dough into a circle that fits your plate.
- Prick with a fork to prevent puffing.
- For a firmer base, pre‑microwave the plain dough for 30–40 seconds before adding toppings.
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Step 2 – Make or Spread the Sauce
Quick Homemade Sauce:
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a microwave‑safe bowl (20 sec).
- Add minced garlic (10 sec).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, pepper.
- Microwave 2–3 mins, stirring every 30 sec until thickened.
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Step 3 – Assemble the Pizza
- Spread sauce evenly.
- Sprinkle cheese generously.
- Add thinly sliced toppings for even cooking.
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Step 4 – Microwave Cooking
- Cover pizza with a microwave‑safe lid.
- Set power to Medium (50–60%).
- Cook 2–4 mins depending on wattage. Start with 2 mins, check, then add 30–60 sec if needed.
- Cheese should be bubbly, edges slightly crisp.
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🍽 Step 5 – Serve & Enjoy
- Carefully remove (plate will be hot!).
- Rest 1 min before slicing.
- Serve hot and enjoy that gooey cheese stretch.
Pro Tips
- Use a slightly thinner dough than oven pizza for even cooking.
- Don’t overload toppings — too much moisture can make the base soggy.
- For extra crispness, place pizza on an inverted microwave‑safe plate or use a microwave crisper tray.
Where to Get the Right Microwave
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