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The Best Gluten Free Keto Friendly Pizza
When pizza night rolls around, you do not have to miss out on pizza night when you have The Best Gluten Free Keto Friendly Pizza Recipe handy!
This keto pizza dough recipe is made of simple ingredients that are also gluten free which makes this a true gluten-free pizza recipe that is safe for those who suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Not all low-carb diets are considered a gluten-free diet which is why I have created this low carb recipe to be completely gluten free.
A general rule of thumb is to always check ingredient labels and make sure all of your items you are using are in fact gluten free.
The great way to make this happen every time is to have some recipes like this gluten free pizza recipe handy and make it yourself!
Some popular alternatives for pizza on a low carb diet may include gluten as there is a flour that is considered low carb out there but it still contains wheat.
This flour is what spurred me to get quite frustrated as it appears to be completely gluten free, but it is not so I made my own!
I will go over how to create your fathead pizza dough with step-by-step photos, and show you exactly how it should look for the best keto pizza you have ever made!
Then keep reading as I also give ideas for tips, substitutions, and answer frequently asked questions about this delicious pizza recipe!
Is Gluten Free Pizza Keto Friendly?
The ketogenic diet focuses on minimal carbs with generous amounts of fat and protein instead.
One such innovation that has taken the keto community by storm is the use of fathead dough that uses almond flour, providing a gluten-free option for pizza lovers.
This option uses cheese and gluten free flour for the low carb pizza crust.
Some gluten free pizzas use gluten-free crusts made of all purpose gluten free flour that is filled with rice flour, potato starch, tapioca starch, corn starch, or wheat flour that has had gluten removed.
All of these starches and extras cause the gluten-free pizza crust to contain as many or more calories and carbs than regular pizza.
Gluten free options from the grocery store that I have tried when I am in a time pinch is a cauliflower crust pizza by the brand Miltons.
It is of course high in carbs so I can only have a small piece, but it helps when I don’t have time to make a fresh pizza with this gluten free recipe or I am at someones house that only has a traditional pizza available.
In order for keto-friendly pizzas to also include a gluten-free pizza dough, it is my suggestion to make it yourself at home.
There are options for creating a cauliflower pizza crust to use as a pizza base, but this one is just cheese without veggies.
The whole family will love this low-carb pizza recipe for The Best Gluten Free Keto Friendly Pizza so much that they will never know that it fits into a keto diet!
This fathead pizza recipe is a good option as it also contains a ton of protein and will keep everyone fuller longer than the traditional crust options would.
What you will need to make this Keto Pizza Recipe
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Cream Cheese
- Eggs
- Baking Powder
- Almond Flour
- Keto Pizza Sauce
- Favorite Pizza Toppings
- Parchment Paper
- 11×13 jellyroll pan or baking sheet with sides
Let’s make the Best Gluten Free Keto Pizza
Preheat your oven to 425F and line a 11×13 baking sheet with sides, like a jellyroll pan, for one large thin crust pizza.
You can also press the dough into one 12-inch pizza pan if you want a thicker crust.
Start out making your almond flour pizza crust to start.
Make sure all of your crust ingredients are at room temperature so everything blends together well.
If one of your ingredients are not at room temperature they will cause your keto pizza crust to seize up and not combine correctly.
In a medium saucepan with tall sides add your mozzarella and cream cheese to it and place over medium heat.
You will need to watch your cheese mixture as it can burn very easily.
My favorite tool to use to mix up this keto crust is a Danish Dough Whisk.
Originally made for cookies, this tool is perfect for making this fathead dough as it slides right off with ease and doesn’t stick.
I have used a wooden spoon before, but it sticks to the spoon.
This will still work though.
Once the cheeses have melted together into a uniform mixture, add in your room temperature eggs.
Continue mixing until the egg is blended well with the melted cheeses.
Now add in your baking powder and almond flour and stir very well.
You can at this point mix with your hands if you want to.
I fold it over onto itself and get it out of the saucepan.
Now with a large spoon, scoop out the dough into five or six small mounds.
Place them at different places on the baking sheet so it is easier to press them together and end up with a crust that is evenly thin across.
Start in the middle and start pressing each mound down flat.
After pressing each one out where it is placed, slowly press evenly and connect the edges.
Take a fork and poke holes into the entire surface to help prevent bubbles from forming in the first bake.
Bake at 425F for 8 minutes to parbake the crust.
Bring it out of the oven once it is golden brown and set it on an oven proof surface so you can now add your toppings.
Starting with the sauce, spread it evenly around the entire crust.
I used a ladle to help evenly distribute the sauce and spread it around.
I used some leftover Keto Marinara Sauce that I made with ground beef and Italian seasoning added to it.
This was perfect to add in even more protein!
Now my recommended layering on top of the sauce is cheese, toppings then a sprinkling of additional cheese to help hold the toppings on.
I chose to use pepperoni only.
You could definitely add additional favorite toppings like some chopped green peppers, cooked and crumbled Italian sausage, or some fresh tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil.
Now return it to your 425F oven for an additional 8 minutes.
Once the time is up, turn your oven to broil and broil the pizza for 5 minutes until it is golden brown on the top layer of cheese like this.
Let it sit for a few minutes before cutting into 12 pieces.
Leftovers need to be cooled to room temperature before being put into an airtight container.
Warm them in an oven at 350F for 10 minutes.
You can freeze the pizza after baking up to 3 months.
If you freeze it unbaked, you still need to bake it the initial time of baking the crust before topping then freezing.
2 pieces is considered one serving.
Each serving contains 5.7 grams of carbohydrates, 4.3 grams of net carbs and 28.1 grams of fat.
The healthy fats are what keep you fuller longer versus having a non-keto pizza that is gluten free.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving size: 2 pieces | |
| Servings: 6 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 310 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 35% |
| Cholesterol 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium 178mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.7g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 2.3g | |
| Protein 11.1g | |
| Vitamin D 12mcg | 58% |
| Calcium 41mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 225mg | 5% |
Turn this keto pizza into a deep dish pizza easily!
I am sure you remember the deep dish pizzas from Pizza Hut, right?
Well now you can re-create one at home without gluten and the best part, low carb!
You will need a 10″ or 12″ cast iron skillet to bake it in.
Preheat oven oven to 425F.
After you make the crust, press it into a very well oiled cast iron skillet.
Press it out and up the sides making sure it is as even as possible.
Now press a sheet of aluminum foil that has been greased, grease side down, into the pizza dough.
Fill it with pie weights or 2 cups of dry beans to weight it down.
Bake for 15 minutes to set the crust then allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
Remove the pie weights or dry beans and foil from on top of the crust.
Now its time to fill it up.
You will need to fill it as follows for it to turn out right.
- 2 cups Mozzarella
- 2 cups total of Meat and Veggie Toppings
- 2 cups Pizza Sauce
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
It is important to fill it this way for it to turn out.
I agree that it is very different from the regular pizza but it works out great!
Now that it is filled, bake for 30 minutes at the 425F then let it cool for 20 minutes.
The cooling time allows all of the fillings to set without running out all over the place when you cut a piece to serve.
This recipe makes 8 generous pie slices.
Here is my version of a Nut-Free Coconut Flour Pizza Crust
You will need the following ingredients for this coconut flour version that is nut free versus the original recipe.
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella
- 2 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup coconut flour (60g)
- 1/4 tsp ground oregano
- 1/4 tsp ground basil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of onion powder & dried parsley
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Melt cheeses together as in the original recipe.
Whisk all of the dry ingredients together.
Add to the melted cheeses.
In a large bowl add the blended cheeses and dry ingredients and knead in the whisked eggs.
Now proceed with the original recipe as written by pressing into a large 11×13 parchment lined pan, or a lined 12-inch round pan for thicker crust.
Bake 12 minutes at 425F then remove from oven.
Now top with your favorite toppings and return to the oven for 5 minutes.
Broil for 5 minutes right at the end to brown the cheese.
Tips, Substitutions, and FAQs
- Use whatever leftover veggies you have on hand to top your pizza! As long as they are steamed or cooked they will work because the time in the oven will not cook them.
- If you have extra pizza sauce, you can make up my Easy Low Carb Keto Crustless Pizza Casserole for a quick lunch by layering in a heat proof storage container. It would not take very much extra time to make some up alongside when you make your pizza!
- You can increase the protein of the crust recipe by using all egg whites. One yolk is the same as two egg whites so substitute accordingly.
- Try processing the dough in a food processor after you melt the cheeses together. I prefer to have the cheese bits in mine, but it will work this way to save time. Just process the additional ingredients with the melted cheeses until it is a uniform ball then proceed with the rest of my instructions.
- I have not made my own cauliflower pizza recipe before but I know that they are easy to put together if you are wanting to add extra veggies into your diet. It would make your pizza a healthy pizza adding in more veggies and less cheese. Try this recipe for Homemade Cauliflower Pizza Crust if you want to give it a try.
- You can increase the protein even more by making it a carnivore type pizza with a chicken crust pizza.
Can I substitute coconut flour for the almond flour in this recipe?
No, this recipe will not work if you sub in coconut flour. Coconut flour absorbs a ton of moisture and you may end up with a very dry and crumbly crust if you do. See my recipe above for nut free pizza dough that uses coconut flour for best results.
Can I use regular tomato sauce for my pizza sauce instead of the seasoned pizza sauce?
Yes, this will work out just fine. You may want to add in a teaspoon of Italian seasoning and a bit of garlic powder and onion powder to give it good flavor. This may be a better option for those who are sensitive to certain herbs and need something less seasoned.
Can I leave out the eggs if I am sensitive to eggs?
Yes! The good news is that this crust recipe surprisingly will work without the eggs. The difference is that you will end up with a very crunchy crust that is more like the traditional thin pizza. The egg serves to soften the crust and make it closer to a hand tossed crust, or in the case of the deep dish, a chewier crust with a bread-like quality.
Is there a way to make this vegetarian?
Yes, you do not have to use the egg in the crust and then you can choose what toppings you want to use. Try loading your pizza with roasted veggies or steamed veggies. Make sure to use the sprinkling of cheese at the end so it helps adhere the toppings to the pizza so they do not fall off.
The Best Gluten Free Keto Friendly Pizza
Equipment
- 11×13 jelly roll pan Or 12-inch round pizza pan
- Parchment Paper or Aluminum Foil
- Saucepan
- Wooden Spoon or Dough Mixing Whisk
- Ladle or Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 oz Cream Cheese
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 1/2 cups Almond Flour
- 2 cups Keto Pizza Sauce
- 2 cups Favorite Pizza Toppings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425F and line a 11×13 baking sheet with sides, like a jellyroll pan, for one large thin crust pizza. You can also press the dough into one 12-inch pizza pan if you want a thicker crust.
- Start out making your almond flour pizza crust to start. Make sure all of your crust ingredients are at room temperature so everything blends together well. If one of your ingredients are not at room temperature they will cause your keto pizza crust to seize up and not combine correctly.
- In a medium saucepan with tall sides add 3 cups mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to it and place over medium heat. Reserve 1 cup of the mozzarella for topping the pizza later.
- Stir them together with a spoon or dough whisk as they melt. You will need to watch your cheese mixture as it can burn very easily.
- Once the cheeses have melted together into a uniform mixture, add in your room temperature eggs. Continue mixing until the egg is blended well with the melted cheeses.
- Now add in your baking powder and almond flour and stir very well.
- Now with a large spoon, scoop out the dough into five or six small mounds. Place them at different places on the baking sheet so it is easier to press them together and end up with a crust that is evenly thin across. Start in the middle and start pressing each mound down flat. After pressing each one out where it is placed, slowly press evenly and connect the edges.
- Take a fork and poke holes into the entire surface of the dough to help prevent bubbles from forming in the first bake.
- Bake at 425F for 8 minutes to parbake the crust.
- Bring it out of the oven once it is golden brown and set it on an oven proof surface so you can now add your toppings. Starting with the sauce, spread it evenly around the entire crust. I used a ladle to help evenly distribute the sauce and spread it around.
- Now my recommended layering on top of the sauce is cheese, toppings then a sprinkling of additional cheese to help hold the toppings on. You could definitely add additional favorite toppings like some chopped green peppers, cooked and crumbled Italian sausage, or some fresh tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Now return it to your 425F oven for an additional 8 minutes. Once the time is up, turn your oven to broil and broil the pizza for 5 minutes until it is golden brown on the top layer of cheese like this.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before cutting into 12 pieces. 2 pieces are counted as one serving.
- Leftovers need to be cooled to room temperature before being put into an airtight container. To enjoy again, warm in an oven at 350F for 10 minutes.
- You can freeze the pizza after baking up to 3 months. If you want to freeze it unbaked, you still need to bake the crust for the initial time before topping then freezing.
Notes
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving size: 2 pieces | |
| Servings: 6 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 310 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 35% |
| Cholesterol 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium 178mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.7g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 2.3g | |
| Protein 11.1g | |
| Vitamin D 12mcg | 58% |
| Calcium 41mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 225mg | 5% |
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