Ooni Karu 12 Accessories: The 3 I Actually Use
Disclosure: This post isn't sponsored by Ooni. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Pizza oven accessory lists tend to be long. After cooking on my Ooni Karu 12 since Christmas 2024, I'd start with just three. These are the ones that actually fixed problems for me.
1. Infrared Thermometer (The Must-Have)
The Karu 12 has no built-in thermometer, and the air temperature isn't what matters. The stone temperature is what gets you an evenly cooked pizza. I check mine with the Ooni infrared thermometer before every launch. If you buy one accessory, buy this.
2. A Wooden Peel for Building and Launching
I stretch the dough and build the pizza on a floured wooden peel. Wood stays cool, and the dough slides off it easily, especially on that first transfer into the oven. Launching is where most of the learning curve lives, and a wooden peel makes it easier.
3. A Perforated Peel for Turning
Once the pizza is in, I switch to the Ooni perforated pizza peel. It's super lightweight, so it's easy to maneuver and rotate the pizza during a 60- to 90-second bake.
Optional: The Gas Burner
If you want press-a-button convenience, Ooni sells a gas burner for the Karu 12 separately. I run mine on wood pellets and don't use it, but it's worth considering if you don't want to tend a fire between pizzas.
What I'd Skip at First
Get comfortable with launching, turning and keeping the fire fed before buying more gear. Those three skills matter more than any extra accessory.
FAQ
Do you need an infrared thermometer for an Ooni?
For the Karu 12, I'd call it a must, since there's no built-in thermometer and stone temperature is key.
Do you need two pizza peels?
You can get by with one, but using a wooden peel for launching and a perforated metal peel for turning made the biggest difference for me.
See how these accessories fit into a full cook in my Ooni Karu 12 review.
Comments