Bakers Pride (Middleby) HearthBake Series Pizza Ovens -P24-BL
Brick-Lined • Single Deck • 2.15 kW
Give your menu authentic hearth-style flavor without a full-size floor oven. The Bakers Pride P24BL delivers powerful, even heat in a compact, countertop footprint—perfect for pizzas, pretzels, flatbreads, and more.
Why You’ll Love It
- Brick-lined Cordierite ceiling and deck for rapid heat recovery and crisp, stone-baked results.
- Removable 20.75" × 20.75" (527 mm) hearth deck simplifies cleaning and change-outs.
- 7" deck height accommodates calzones, pan pizzas, sheet-tray snacks, and taller baked goods.
- Wide 140 – 550 °F (60 – 288 °C) thermostat handles everything from low-temp proofing to high-heat baking.
- Independent top & bottom Incoloy elements let you fine-tune crust and top-browning.
- 15-minute mechanical timer with continuous-ring alarm and manual shut-off—set it and stay on schedule.
- Stainless steel exterior and fully-welded, aluminized steel baking chamber stand up to demanding kitchens.
- 4" adjustable legs for quick leveling on any counter or equipment stand.
- UL EPH Classified, cULus Listed, and CE marked for worry-free code compliance.
- Includes brick-lined conversion kit—ideal if you ever need to switch from standard Cordierite.
- Hand-tossed, pan, or par-baked pizzas up to 18"
- Gourmet pretzels & bread knots
- Flatbreads, naan, & tortillas
- Cookies, stromboli, and reheating baked entrées
What Our Experts Think
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The Bakers Pride P24-BL HearthBake Countertop Pizza Oven is built for operations needing more capacity than the P22 series, featuring two extra-wide baking chambers that accommodate larger pizzas, flatbreads, or multiple items at once.
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Each deck comes with a 15-minute timer and independent thermostat, giving you the flexibility to cook different items simultaneously without compromising quality.
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Its cordierite hearth decks provide even heat distribution and authentic stone-baked results, ideal for pizza, pretzels, and artisan breads.
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The black exterior finish (BL) is designed to fit seamlessly in front-of-house or open kitchen concepts, offering a professional and stylish look.
Q&A
Q: How is the P24-BL different from the P22S or P22-BL?
A: The P24-BL is wider (24"), giving more baking capacity per deck, while the P22 series is smaller (22"). The P24-BL also comes in a sleek black finish.
Q: Is this oven stackable?
A: Yes, the P24-BL can be stacked with additional units, making it an excellent choice for operations that want to scale up over time.
Q: What types of foods does it handle best?
A: Beyond pizza, it’s excellent for flatbreads, pretzels, cookies, appetizers, and reheating specialty items.
Maintenance Tips
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Brush down cordierite hearth decks after each shift to keep them free from debris.
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Avoid using liquid cleaners on the hearth stones—use a dry brush or scraper instead.
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Wipe down the black-painted exterior with a damp cloth daily to maintain its appearance.
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Check deck temperatures occasionally with an oven thermometer to confirm thermostat accuracy.
