Knowing how to clean a pizza stone properly entails using as little water as possible to clean the stone. Below will also show you how to clean other types of pizza stones and tips to keep a pizza stone clean longer.
To clean a pizza stone, you need to let that thing cool down, scrape burnt bits off, use as little water as possible, and in desperate times, bake it.
To keep your homemade pizza crispy and your pizza stone clean, follow these steps to clean a pizza stone so it lasts for many years to come. Continue reading.
How to Clean a Pizza Stone？
Below is the easy step-by-step guide:
Let That Thing Cool Down
Naturally, you don’t want to be dealing with a piping-hot pizza stone unless you’re trying to get a crispy crust on your hands. This tool is very useful because it helps transfer all of the oven’s heat directly into the pizza dough. Keep in mind that it absorbs a lot of heat and retains it for a long time. Before attempting to clean the stone, allow it to cool for a few hours or overnight (ideally by leaving it in the oven that has been turned off).
Scrape Burnt Bits Off
The only sustainable way to clean your stone is to use a bench scraper, a blunt table knife, or a metal spatula to scrape crusty food remnants off. Right, it seems too good to be true. In fact, cleaning your stone with anything other than a scraper can be extremely harmful to its health.
It’s crucial that you never, ever use soap or any other chemical product on pizza stones because they are so porous (pizza stones are typically made of clay or, unsurprisingly, stone). If you do, you’re better off tossing the stone than trying to undo your mistake—the taste of that soap and chemicals will linger in the stone for a long time, and you risk giving your perfect Margherita pie a soapy tinge. Yuck.
Apply as Little Water as Possible
Having said that, you shouldn’t soak the stone or use any water on it, with the possible exception of a quick swipe with a damp towel to remove errant crumbs. Instead of steaming your pizza stone, you want it to be completely dry inside to give your crusts that bubbly, crackly texture and dark color. When using water on the stone, be sure to let it dry completely before storing it.
Bake It In Desperate Times
If for some reason you feel the need to thoroughly clean your stone, you can put it in the oven and preheat it to 500°F for about an hour. This will burn off any food particles that resolutely refuse to come off with scraping.
Cleaning Other Types of Pizza Stones
Here are the details:
Stainless Steel Pizza Stones
Stainless steel pizza stones should be allowed to cool. Wash it using hot water, dishwashing liquid, and non-abrasive pot and pan scrubbers. Avoid using the dishwasher with it.
Cast Iron Pizza Stones
Cast iron stones should not be soaked in water for extended periods. Scrape away any food residue, and if necessary, quickly wash in hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry off right away with a cloth or paper towel. Most cast iron pizza stones should be treated by wiping the surface with a light coating of vegetable oil after every cleaning.
Soapstone Stones
Natural soapstone is exceptionally dense and able to withstand temperature extremes. Since it is not porous, allow the stone to cool completely after use and wash it in hot, soapy water. After a thorough rinsing, dry it with a soft cloth.
Tips to Keep a Pizza Stone Clean Longer
- Use a piece of baking parchment under the crust of the pizza every time you bake if you want the stone to look perfect.
- The pizza stone will tan and patina over time as it is used. It’s normal and to be expected; it has nothing to do with how thoroughly you cleaned the pizza stone.
- A pizza stone shouldn’t be seasoned or oiled the same way a cast-iron skillet would be. The porous surface of the stone does not benefit from oiling for storage or future use. The stone won’t be as absorbent for your subsequent thin crust pizza, which defeats the purpose of using a pizza stone.
Pizza Stone FAQs
Is It OK to Wash a Pizza Stone?
As long as you carefully follow the instructions above, use a minimal amount of water, and avoid using soap, cleaning agents, or oils, you can wash your pizza stone.
Can You Use Dish Soap on a Pizza Stone?
On your pizza stone, you should never use dish soap. Dish soap will be absorbed by the pizza stone’s pores and impart a mildly soapy flavor to any subsequent pizzas you bake on it.
What Should You Do If Soap Was Used on Your Pizza Stone?
If you or someone else in your home accidentally washes your pizza stone with soap, you can try to get rid of any soapy residue by covering the entire baking surface with unrolled crescent rolls and baking as directed. Remove the rolls from the stone once they have finished baking and discard them. The rolls should have absorbed most of the soapy flavor so your next pizza doesn’t taste like soap.
Should I Oil My Pizza Stone?
Because a pizza stone’s porous surface does not season like a cast-iron skillet does, you shouldn’t oil it. In reality, there are no advantages to seasoning a pizza stone.
Can You Wash a Pizza Stone in the Dishwasher?
Your pizza stone should not go in the dishwasher. Pizza stones should not be put in the dishwasher because they might break if they are.
Summary: How to Clean a Pizza Stone?
To clean a pizza stone, you need to let that thing cool down, scrape burnt bits off, use as little water as possible, and in desperate times, bake it.
To get rid of food residue, a pizza stone needs to be cleaned after each use. After a few uses, you can perform a more thorough cleaning to bring back the finish’s original appearance.
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