There’s something next-level about pulling a hot, bubbling pizza off the grill on a cold winter night—especially when you’re rugged up by the fire, red wine in hand, and surrounded by mates. A golden crust, melted cheese, and smoky flavour straight from the barbecue?

That’s winter camping done right. 

 

Why BBQ Pizza Works So Well Outdoors 

 

Pizza on the BBQ isn’t just a gimmick—it’s genuinely good. High heat creates that crispy base and caramelised cheese you’d expect from a woodfired oven.

The trick? Use a pizza stone (or a portable pizza oven), get the temperature right, and always par-cook your base before adding toppings to avoid a soggy centre. 

Tips for Perfect Pizza on the BBQ 

Whether you're cooking with a Weber Q, Ziggy, or a compact pizza oven like an Ooni or Gozney, these tips will help you get it right: 

🔥 Use the Right Dough 
A sturdy dough (homemade or quality store-bought) works best. Don’t roll it too thin—it needs to hold its shape. 

🔥 Preheat Your Stone 
Get that pizza stone screaming hot—15 to 20 minutes minimum. Weber users: add a trivet and convection tray for even heat. 

🔥 Set Up Two-Zone Heat 
Start the base over direct heat, then move to indirect heat with the lid closed to finish cooking toppings evenly. 

🔥 Prep Everything First 
Get your sauce, cheese, and toppings ready to go. Quick transfers mean fewer burnt bases and better results. 

🔥 Use a Peel (or Baking Paper) 
A pizza peel makes life easy. If you don’t have one, baking paper works well to prevent sticking. 

 

3 Easy Gourmet Pizza Recipes for the Campsite 

1. Classic Margherita 

Simple. Elegant. Always a winner. 

Ingredients: 

• Pizza dough 
• Tomato passata or pizza sauce 
• Fresh mozzarella or bocconcini 
• Thinly sliced tomato 
• Fresh basil leaves 
• Olive oil 
• Sea salt flakes 

Method: 
Par-cook the base for 2–3 minutes. Add sauce, tomato, and mozzarella, then finish cooking with the lid down. Top with basil and a drizzle of olive oil. 

 

2. Chicken, Pesto, Prosciutto & Brie 

A crowd-pleaser with a bit of flair. 

Ingredients: 

• Shredded roast chicken 
• Basil pesto 
• Brie, sliced 
• Mozzarella 
• Cherry tomatoes 
• Red onion, thinly sliced 
• Prosciutto 
• Pecorino (optional) 

Method: 
Spread pesto on the par-cooked base. Add cheese, chicken, tomatoes, onion, and prosciutto. Finish with more cheese and cook until golden. Garnish with fresh basil. 
Perfect with: A bold Aussie Shiraz or Pinot. 

 

3. Campfire Breakfast Pizza 

Because mornings at camp deserve something special. 

Ingredients: 

• Eggs (scrambled or cracked over) 
• Crispy bacon or sausage slices 
• Grated cheddar or mozzarella 
• Cherry tomatoes 
• Chives or spring onions 
• Baby spinach 

Method: 
Top your pre-cooked base with bacon, egg, and cheese. Return to heat until cooked through. Finish with greens and dig in with your coffee—or leftover wine. 

Cooking With a Pizza Oven? 

Using an Ooni or Gozney? These recipes are perfect for high-heat pizza ovens. Just rotate regularly for even cooking and keep an eye on that bubbling cheese. 

Final Slice 

There’s no better way to wind down a winter day outdoors than with good food, good company, and a warm fire. Whether you're grilling on a BBQ or firing up a pizza oven, pizza nights at camp are a guaranteed win. 

Fire up the grill, pour a glass, and turn your campsite into a pizzeria.

 

Want to see more of pizza on a BBQARM? Check out this Instagram Highlight by @endlessaussieadventures cooking with the Ooni pizza oven on our BBQARM!

Tag us in your BBQARM pizza setups—we’d love to see what you’re cooking.