Bakers Pride (Middleby) HearthBake Series Pizza Ovens - P46-BL
Bakers Pride P46BL | Three Ceramic Hearth Decks | 5,750 W
Bring authentic stone-baked results to your pizza, pretzel, and flatbread menu—no brick pit or floor space required. The Bakers Pride HearthBake P46BL combines three true Cordierite hearth decks, a brick-lined ceiling, and independent controls in a compact stainless-steel package that fits right on the countertop.
Key Benefits
- Brick-lined ceiling plus Cordierite hearths deliver blistering heat, rapid recovery, and signature crust char.
- Dual chambers: two 3.25 in (83 mm) decks up top for 18" pizzas, and one 7 in (178 mm) deck below for sheet pans or roasts.
- Independent thermostats & timers – 284-680 °F upper chamber (15-min timer) and 140-550 °F lower chamber (60-min timer).
- All-stainless exterior and fully welded, aluminized-steel baking chambers stand up to heavy commercial abuse.
- Compact 26"-wide footprint with 4" adjustable legs—perfect for concessions, food trucks, and back bars.
- Ships with brick-lined conversion kit installed and is field-stackable for future growth.
- UL EPH Classified, cULus, and CE listed for global compliance.
What Our Experts Think
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The Bakers Pride P46-BL HearthBake Pizza Oven is a six-deck countertop oven (22"), offering the largest capacity in the HearthBake series for high-volume operations.
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Each deck comes with its own independent thermostat and 15-minute timer, giving unmatched flexibility to bake multiple items at different temps simultaneously.
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Cordierite hearth decks provide traditional stone-baked results, perfect for achieving crispy pizza crusts and evenly baked breads.
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The black exterior (BL) finish is designed for front-of-house or open-kitchen settings, combining performance with a modern look.
Q&A
Q: How does the P46-BL compare to the P44-BL?
A: The P46-BL has six decks, while the P44-BL has four—making it the best choice for maximum output in limited counter space.
Q: Is it suitable for commercial pizza shops?
A: Yes, it’s built for continuous use in pizzerias, cafés, and concession stands with heavy demand.
Q: What foods can it cook?
A: Excellent for pizza, pretzels, flatbreads, baked snacks, and reheating specialty items.
Maintenance Tips
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Use a dry brush or scraper to clean hearth decks daily—never apply liquids.
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Wipe the black exterior with a damp cloth to keep it looking sharp.
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Rotate baking across all six decks to extend hearth deck life.
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Inspect thermostats and timers periodically for accuracy.
