Description
This low carb pizza crust recipe offers a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza dough, perfect for those following keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets. Made with mozzarella, cream cheese, and almond flour, it creates a crispy, golden base that pairs wonderfully with your favorite toppings, allowing you to enjoy pizza without the guilt.
Ingredients
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Crust Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper to prepare for baking the crust.
- Melt the Cheeses: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave on high for 45 to 60 seconds until melted. Stir the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Mix the Dough: Allow the cheese mixture to cool slightly to prevent cooking the egg in the next step. Stir in the egg, almond flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until a soft, pliable dough forms.
- Roll Out the Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a circle about 10 to 12 inches in diameter.
- Initial Bake: Transfer the rolled dough on the parchment paper to the prepared baking sheet. Remove the top parchment sheet carefully and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the crust is golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
- Add Toppings and Final Bake: Remove the crust from the oven and add your desired low-carb pizza toppings. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and the crust has crisped up nicely.
Notes
- This dough is commonly called “fathead dough” and is versatile enough for making calzones or breadsticks.
- For extra crispiness, consider flipping the crust after the initial bake before adding toppings and finishing baking.
