Ooni Perforated 12″ Pizza Peel — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ooni 12″ Perforated Pizza Peel?
The Ooni 12″ Perforated Pizza Peel is a lightweight, anodized aluminum peel designed to help you slide pizzas into and out of your oven more cleanly. The perforations (holes) allow excess flour to fall through and prevent steam from accumulating under the dough.
What are its main features and specifications?
• Dimensions: about 26″ × 12″ × 1.18″ (65.9 × 30.5 × 3 cm)
• Weight: ~ 585 g (20.6 oz)
• Handle: heat-resistant glass-reinforced nylon; blade: anodized aluminum
• Tapered edge to slide under dough easily
• The perforations help reduce burnt flour and let steam escape to keep the crust crisp
How should I use it effectively?
Dust the peel lightly with flour or semolina so the dough slides easily. Because of the perforations, excess flour falls through, reducing buildup on your stone. Use the tapered edge to slide the peel under the pizza gently, and retrieve by sliding it back beneath the cooked pie. Rotate or adjust during baking by re-sliding if needed.
How do I care for and maintain it?
Hand wash using warm water and mild soap. Avoid harsh abrasives that may damage the anodized surface. Dry thoroughly before storing. Don’t leave it exposed to heat for extended times or put it in the oven itself.
What are the advantages and limitations?
Advantages:
- Helps prevent burnt flour on the stone
- Facilitates steam escape so crusts stay crisp
- Lightweight and easy to maneuver
- Tapered edge aids smooth launching and retrieving
Limitations / cautions:
- Only measures surface contact; doesn’t help with internal temperatures
- Perforations reduce surface area, so very wet dough may sag
- The peel still requires a good dusting to prevent sticking
- Care is needed to avoid bending or damaging the blade
