Description
This Low Carb Cheese Pizza Crust recipe provides a delicious, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza dough, perfect for those following a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle. Made with mozzarella, Parmesan, almond flour, and flavorful seasonings, the crust is quick to prepare and bakes to a golden, crispy perfection. Customize with your favorite toppings for a guilt-free pizza night that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the crust from sticking during baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, almond flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all seasonings.
- Add Eggs and Form Dough: Crack the eggs into the mixture and stir well. Continue mixing until all ingredients come together into a cohesive dough that is easy to handle.
- Shape the Crust: Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Using your hands or a spatula, flatten the dough evenly into a 1/4-inch thick round or rectangular shape according to preference.
- Bake the Crust: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake the crust for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and feels slightly firm to the touch.
- Add Toppings and Finish Baking: Remove the crust from the oven, add your desired pizza toppings, then return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the toppings are cooked and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Once finished, slice the pizza and serve warm to enjoy the best taste and texture.
Notes
- This crust works best when using freshly shredded mozzarella cheese rather than pre-shredded, as the latter often contains anti-caking agents that can affect melting.
- If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before shaping.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with any low-carb ingredients such as pepperoni, vegetables, or extra cheese.
- For a crispier crust, bake the crust a couple of minutes longer before adding toppings.
- Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: low carb pizza crust, keto pizza crust, gluten free pizza dough, almond flour pizza crust, cheese pizza crust
