However, if you have a pizza oven that cooks evenly and you cook for large groups, try the squared peel as it works best for large pizzas that do not need a lot of rotating. Handle Length Secondly, all peels are not created equal. Each Ooni peel is built with a specific purpose. The form of the peel follows its function, which is why the Ooni Pizza Turning Peel is small, nimble, and circular, while the Ooni Bamboo Peel is hefty, moisture resistant, and aesthetically at home on a dining table. There are several different types of pizza peels. I’ll go through each of them. This will help you to decide which is right for you. Wooden Pizza Peel Not every perforated pizza peel is the same. Therefore, it is up to you to decide between a few factors to make the best choice for your individual needs.

A longer handle will allow you to easily launch, turn and remove the pizza without feeling too much of the heat. Handle Quality As you can probably tell, there’s a lot to know about buying a pizza peel in the UK. There are plenty of products on the market, but not all of them will help you cook the perfect pizza. I would therefore get a peel that matches the size of the oven and/or the size of the pizzas you plan to make. How To Use A Pizza Peel?You’ll find that most paddles are made with either wood or some kind of metal. Each has its pros and cons. At the end of the day, it comes down to your personal preference. As you’ll see in the next two sections, it is beneficial to have both on hand. Wood Pizza peels crafted with steel are extremely durable. The steel blades are usually stronger and smoother than the traditional wooden blade. Unlike the latter, the steel versions are effortless to clean. Sadly, the raw dough does not slide off easily on a steel blade like wooden models. Earning a spot on our list is the Homevibes 12″ Perforated Pizza Peel. This model is made from light and robust anodized aluminum. The anodized coating protects the surface from oxidation for lifetime durability. Plus, this baking accessory is wear-resistant and can withstand high temperatures. This 12×14 inch Aluminium Pizza Peel by Argon Tableware is square in shape, so it’s suitable for pizzas of all sizes. The smooth aluminium blade features a sleek design that makes it easy to slide it underneath pizzas, so you don’t have to worry about struggling to lift it.

Across the board, pizza peels are relatively inexpensive. You don’t have to worry as much about finding one for a fair price as you would a pizza oven or other high-end pieces of equipment. Perforated pizza peels also have a few other benefits over both wooden and non-perforated metal peels. Why Use a Perforated Pizza Peel – The BenefitsThey are not designed to move wood/ash around the oven. Using your turning peel in this way will result in damage. For moving ash/wood around the oven please use a rake or a shovel. There are lots of different accessories you can get when making pizza at home. Not all of them are essential.

However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider price. No matter what kind of paddle you are looking for, you shouldn’t have to break the bank to get a quality one. Often, pizza peels without holes tend to cause a lot of condensation in the pizza resulting in a soft and sometimes soggy crust. The handles are also removable for easy storage. A top tip from me, if you’re running low on kitchen supplies, the shortest handle could even double up as a rolling pin! Pros: This paddle is 14 x 16 inches, spacious enough to hold a sizable pizza, and thin enough to easily slide between a crust and baking stone. While it’s not overly heavy, it’s got enough weight to be strong and feel sturdy. In testing, it was robust enough to hold a heavy pizza without bending, so it felt very secure when moving pizzas in and out of the oven. The large handle was also very comfortable to hold. While it’s not dishwasher safe, the wood handle is removable, so the two parts can be hand-washed separately.Probably the biggest downside is the fact that wood absorbs flavour from the food. It also takes the flavour in from cleaning it, so you need to make sure it’s fully cleaned.

Using a perforated peel is not different from using a solid peel. I recommend preparing your pizza on the counter. Before topping the pizza, try to remove as much flour as possible from the dough. Even though the peel will help you get rid of more excess flour, you want as little as possible. We relied heavily on our own experience when testing for this guide and incorporated each peel into our regular pizza and bread-making routine over the course of three weeks. Here's what we considered to find the best pizza peels: ABOUT GI METAL: Made in Italy to the highest standards, these pizza making tools are a must for any pizzeria. Gi Metal Pizza Accessories are a pizza maker’s best friend. So the question is, is it possible to get the best of both worlds? A pizza peel that is thin, and at the same time, sturdy, lets raw pizza dough slide off easily and doesn’t have a problem with condensation. A perforated pizza peel is the answer! So, Is a Perforated Pizza Peel Better? I personally used a perforated pizza peel and one that I would recommend over all the rest. Turning Pizza PeelDuring testing, it was simple to slide pizzas from the peel onto the baking steel, but it did take more effort to get the cloth under the finished pizza to remove it from the oven. The cloth can be removed, however, and the peel can be used like a traditional peel to retrieve the pizza. For both beginners and advanced pizza-makers using an Ooni oven for the first time, we recommend two peels: a perforated one for launching and retrieving, and a turning peel. Since we do have a wide variety of pizza peels to suit the needs and tastes of a vast range of pizza-makers, we suggest mixing and matching to find your go-to lineup. This is another essential factor to put in mind when trying to pin down the right pizza peel for you. You should consider your oven’s depth and choose a corresponding handle. The last feature you want to keep in mind when buying a perforated pizza peel is the handle length. It’s made by Ooni, who are known for making some of the best pizza ovens and accessories. Even though these were designed to be used with the ooni ovens, you can still use them with your BBQ or home oven.