The Secret Behind Blaze Pizza's Fast-Fire'd Crust

What makes the perfect pizza crust? Is it the crispiness, the chewiness, or perhaps the subtle flavor that complements the toppings without overwhelming them? At Blaze Pizza, we believe it's all of these things—and our signature Fast-Fire'd crust is the result of years of culinary experimentation and passion for pizza perfection.

The Origin Story: How Our Crust Came to Be

When Blaze Pizza first launched in 2011, our founders had one clear mission: create a pizza crust that could cook quickly without sacrificing quality. Traditional Neapolitan pizzas are known for their quick cooking time in extremely hot ovens, but we wanted to take this concept and perfect it for modern delivery.

Our executive chef spent months developing a dough recipe that would maintain its integrity throughout the fast-cooking process and still deliver that perfect combination of crispy exterior and chewy interior that pizza lovers crave. The result was our signature Fast-Fire'd dough—a crust that cooks in just 180 seconds but tastes like it was crafted with hours of care.

The Science Behind the Perfect Crust

What exactly makes our crust special? It's a combination of several key factors:

1. The Dough Formula

Our proprietary dough formula uses a specific ratio of high-protein flour, filtered water, salt, and a touch of olive oil. This combination creates a dough with excellent gluten development that can withstand high temperatures while maintaining its structure. We also add a hint of sourdough culture, which contributes complex flavors and helps with digestibility.

2. Fermentation Time

One of the secrets that many people don't realize is that our dough undergoes a 24-hour fermentation process. This slow fermentation allows the flavors to develop fully and creates those beautiful air pockets that give our crust its characteristic texture. This step cannot be rushed—it's essential for that distinctive Blaze taste.

3. Temperature Control

Our ovens reach temperatures of over 600°F (315°C), allowing the crust to cook rapidly. This high-heat approach achieves several important things simultaneously:

• It creates the perfect amount of char on the bottom and edges
• It rapidly evaporates surface moisture, creating crispiness
• It allows the inside to remain tender and chewy
• It locks in flavors that would be lost in longer cooking methods

The Hand-Crafted Approach

Despite our focus on speed, every Blaze Pizza crust is hand-stretched by our trained pizza artisans. We firmly believe that no machine can replicate the touch and feel of an experienced pizza maker who knows exactly how the dough should feel and look.

Our team members undergo extensive training to master the art of dough stretching, ensuring that each pizza has the ideal thickness: thin enough to cook quickly and crisp up beautifully, but substantial enough to hold up to our generous toppings.

Maintaining Quality During Delivery

Creating the perfect crust is only half the battle. For a delivery-focused business like ours, ensuring that crust maintains its quality during transit is equally important. We've developed specialized packaging that allows steam to escape (preventing sogginess) while maintaining heat.

Additionally, our delivery logistics are optimized to minimize time between oven and doorstep. The shorter this window, the more likely your pizza will arrive with that ideal crispy-yet-chewy texture intact.

Adapting to Dietary Needs

We understand that many of our customers have specific dietary requirements, which is why we've worked hard to develop alternatives that maintain the same quality standards as our traditional crust. Our gluten-free and cauliflower crusts undergo the same rigorous development process to ensure they deliver an exceptional experience.

While these alternative crusts require slightly different handling and cooking techniques, we've refined our methods to ensure they still benefit from the Fast-Fire'd approach that makes Blaze Pizza special.

Try It Yourself

While we can't give away our exact recipe (some secrets must remain in the kitchen!), here are a few tips for home pizza makers looking to achieve a similar style:

• Use a pizza stone or steel preheated for at least an hour at your oven's highest temperature
• Consider a longer fermentation time for your dough (at least overnight in the refrigerator)
• Keep your dough hydration level between 65-70% for the right balance of crisp and chew
• Don't overload with toppings—let the crust shine!
• Finish with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil after baking

Of course, the easiest way to experience our Fast-Fire'd crust is to order directly from Blaze Pizza. Whether you visit one of our locations or order delivery, you'll taste the difference that our specialized approach makes.