This Trader Joe’s-style Flatbread Pizza is a crispy and easy recipe, which is made with a simple homemade dough and your favorite Trader Joe’s toppings. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, a foolproof way to create a gourmet pizza at home, ready in about 30 minutes, plus rising time.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joe’s Flatbread Pizza Ingredients
A simple list for a perfect copycat of the popular store-bought dough and pizza.
For the Homemade Flatbread Dough (makes 2 flatbreads):
- 1 teaspoon active dry or instant yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (180ml) warm water (100-110°F)
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour or bread flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder or 1 tsp Italian seasoning
For a Classic Margherita Topping (per flatbread):
- ½ cup Trader Joe’s Pizza Sauce
- 4 ounces (about 1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
- A drizzle of olive oil
How To Make Trader Joe’s Flatbread Pizza
A step-by-step guide to making perfect pizza dough from scratch.
- Activate Yeast and Form Dough: In a large bowl, whisk the yeast, sugar, and warm water together. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add 1 cup of the flour, the olive oil, and the salt (plus optional seasonings). Stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
- Mix the Dough: Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, stirring until the dough forms a cohesive, soft, and slightly sticky ball that pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Knead and Rise: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 6-8 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until it has slightly risen.
- Prep Oven and Shape: While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 475°F (246°C) with a pizza stone or heavy, inverted baking sheet inside. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it in half. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll one piece of dough into a thin, rustic flatbread shape.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper. Brush the surface with a little olive oil. Use a fork to poke holes all over the center to prevent it from bubbling up too much.
- Top and Bake: Spread with your desired toppings (like pizza sauce and mozzarella). Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the hot stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Top with fresh basil before serving.
Recipe Tips
For a perfect, crispy flatbread crust every time.
- How to get a crispy crust? The secret is intense heat from below. Preheating your pizza stone or a heavy, overturned baking tray in your oven at a very high temperature for at least 30 minutes is the key to a classic, crisp base.
- Can I make the dough ahead of time? Yes, this dough is perfect for making ahead! After the dough has risen, you can deflate it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This slow fermentation actually develops a deeper, more delicious flavor.
- What’s the best flour for pizza dough? As the recipe notes, bread flour will give you a slightly crispier exterior due to its higher protein content, while all-purpose flour yields a softer crust. Both are delicious!
- Why is my dough so sticky? A wet, sticky dough is a good sign! It means the flour is well-hydrated, which leads to a better-textured crust. Use a light dusting of flour on your hands and work surface to make it manageable, but resist the urge to add too much extra flour.
What To Serve With Flatbread Pizza
Classic sides to complete your pizzeria experience.
A fresh, hot flatbread pizza is a meal in itself, but it’s always great served with:
- A simple Caesar or green salad from a Trader Joe’s salad kit
- A bowl of Trader Joe’s Tomato Feta Soup for dipping
- A cold beer or a glass of red wine
How To Store Flatbread Pizza
Keeping your leftovers delicious.
- Refrigerate: Store any leftover pizza slices, once completely cooled, in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: For the best results and to re-crisp the crust, reheat the pizza in a hot, dry frying pan for a few minutes per side, or directly on the rack in a hot oven or air fryer for 5-7 minutes.
Trader Joe’s Flatbread Pizza Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving of dough.
- Calories: 113kcal
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 3g
Nutrition information is for the dough only and will vary based on toppings.
FAQs
No. As the recipe notes, you can easily mix this dough by hand with a wooden spoon and a bit of arm muscle.
Yes. This recipe is perfect for batching. After the first rise, divide the dough, wrap the portions tightly in plastic wrap, and they will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
Yes, this is an important step for a flatbread. Poking holes with a fork (a process called “docking”) prevents the center of the dough from puffing up into a giant bubble in the hot oven, ensuring it stays flat.
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- Trader Joe’s Enchilada Sauce Recipe
- Trader Joe’s Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
- Trader Joe’s Couscous Recipe
Trader Joe’s Flatbread Pizza Recipe
Course: DinnerCuisine: Italian-AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings15
minutes15
minutes113
kcalAn easy, no-knead copycat recipe for Trader Joe’s style pizza dough that is soft, chewy, and gets perfectly crispy in the oven. The perfect homemade base for a quick flatbread pizza.
Ingredients
Dough: 2-2 ⅓ cups flour, 1 packet instant yeast, 1 ½ tsp sugar, ¾ tsp salt, 2 Tbsp olive oil, ¾ cup warm water.
Optional Toppings: Trader Joe’s Pizza Sauce, shredded mozzarella, fresh basil.
Directions
- Dough: In a large bowl, activate the yeast and sugar in the warm water for 5-10 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup of flour, the olive oil, and salt. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth. Let the dough rise in a warm, covered, oiled bowl for about 45 minutes.
- Assemble & Bake: Preheat your oven and a pizza stone to 475°F.
- Divide the risen dough in half. Stretch or roll one piece into a thin flatbread shape.
- Brush with olive oil and poke holes in the center with a fork.
- Add your favorite Trader Joe’s toppings, like pizza sauce and mozzarella.
- Bake on the hot stone for 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and crisp.
Notes
- A very hot oven and a preheated pizza stone are the secrets to a crispy, restaurant-quality crust.
- This dough recipe can be made in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer.
- Bread flour will result in a crispier crust, while all-purpose flour will be softer.
- The dough will be sticky; use floured hands and surfaces to make it manageable.
