How to Use and Care for Your Pizza Cutter
A pizza cutter slices through pizza evenly in seconds, without dragging the toppings out of place. With the right technique, you'll get neat slices every time. Here's how to use one and keep it in good shape.
What You Can Use a Pizza Cutter For
Pizza, of course, but also flatbreads, wraps, quesadillas, pancakes and strips of pastry for a lattice top – even fresh herbs. It's quicker and cleaner than a knife, and it won't push the toppings together. Take a look at the kjøk pizza cutter.
Getting the Technique Right
Roll through in one smooth motion with even pressure, rather than sawing back and forth – that way the toppings stay put. Work from the centre outwards, turning the pizza as you go rather than reaching across a hot plate.
Common Mistakes
Sawing instead of rolling pushes the toppings into a heap. A blunt, crusted-up wheel will tear rather than cut, so give it a clean after every use. And skip the metal wheel on a non-stick pan – it'll scratch the coating.
Care and Cleaning
Rinse and dry it after use so the wheel stays sharp and turns freely. A small brush lifts off any stuck-on bits, and a drop of cooking oil on the hinge keeps things moving smoothly if it starts to stiffen up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else can you cut besides pizza? Flatbreads, wraps, quesadillas, pancakes, pastry and herbs.
How do you keep the wheel sharp? Store it dry and clean it gently.
Saw or roll? Roll through in one motion – sawing pushes the toppings together.
Is it dishwasher-safe? Often, yes – though washing by hand helps the wheel last longer.
How do I cut a pastry lattice? Roll the pastry into even strips and lay them across each other, offset.
Is it safe for children to use? The wheel is sharp, so only ever under supervision.
What size should you go for? A mid-sized wheel is easy to handle and covers most pizzas.
What should you look for when buying one? A wheel that turns smoothly, a secure grip and a finger guard. Find more in our kitchen accessories collection.
