This Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe is a chewy and crispy recipe, which is made with almond flour and melted mozzarella. It’s a healthy twist on the classic, ready in about 25 minutes.
Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture, part-skim)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, cubed
- ¾ cup superfine almond flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Parchment paper (essential for rolling)
How To Make Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
- Melt the cheeses: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave on high for 90 seconds, stirring halfway through, until the cheeses are completely melted and combined.
- Form the dough: Stir the almond flour, beaten egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning into the melted cheese mixture. Mix vigorously with a sturdy spatula or your hands until a uniform dough forms. (If the cheese hardens before it’s mixed, microwave for another 10-15 seconds).
- Roll it out: Place the ball of dough in the center of the prepared parchment paper. Place a second sheet of parchment paper on top. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough into your desired pizza shape (circle or rectangle) about ¼-inch thick.
- Pre-bake the crust: Remove the top sheet of parchment paper. Slide the parchment with the dough onto the baking sheet. Poke holes all over the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Add toppings: Remove from the oven. Add your favorite low-carb sauce, cheese, and toppings. Bake for an additional 5-8 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
Recipe Tips
- Why is my dough sticky?: This dough is naturally sticky due to the melted cheese. The best way to handle it is to wet your hands with water or oil lightly before kneading. Always use parchment paper to roll it out so it doesn’t stick to your rolling pin.
- The importance of pre-baking: Unlike wheat dough, you must pre-bake this crust before adding toppings. If you add sauce to the raw dough, it will never crisp up and will remain soggy in the middle.
- Which almond flour is best?: Use “superfine” blanched almond flour rather than almond meal. Almond meal includes the skins and is coarser, which results in a gritty crust texture.
- How to flip for extra crispiness: For a sturdier crust, bake for 8 minutes, then remove from the oven, flip the crust over, and bake for another 2-3 minutes on the other side before topping.
What To Serve With Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe
Since this is a heavy, cheese-based crust, keep the sides light and fresh.
- A crisp Caesar salad (skip the croutons)
- Roasted broccoli or asparagus
- Buffalo wings (unbreaded)
- Zucchini fries
How To Store Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe
- Refrigerate: Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat (best for crispiness) or in the oven / air fryer at 350°F. Avoid the microwave as it makes the crust rubbery.
- Freeze: You can freeze the pre-baked crusts. Bake them, let them cool, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 2 months. Add toppings to the frozen crust and bake when ready.
Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 185
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 5g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Net Carbs: 2g
Nutrition information is estimated per slice (based on 6 slices per crust).
FAQs
Is this Keto-friendly?
Yes. This recipe, widely known as “Fathead Dough,” is the gold standard for Keto pizza because it is high in fat, moderate in protein, and very low in net carbs.
Can I use coconut flour instead?
You cannot swap them 1:1. Coconut flour is much more absorbent. If you must use coconut flour, use only 1/3 cup coconut flour and add an extra egg to the mixture.
Does it taste like cheese?
It has a mild savory flavor. While it is made of cheese, the almond flour and egg give it a bread-like texture that acts as a neutral base for your toppings.
Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe
Description
The famous “Fathead” keto dough that creates a sturdy, chewy, and crispy gluten-free pizza base using almond flour and mozzarella.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Microwave mozzarella and cream cheese for 90 seconds until melted.
- Mix in almond flour, egg, and spices until a dough forms.
- Roll dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
- Remove top paper; poke holes in dough with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Add toppings and bake until cheese melts.
Notes
- Handling: Work quickly while the cheese is warm; if it hardens, the dough becomes difficult to mix.
- Handling: Work quickly while the cheese is warm; if it hardens, the dough becomes difficult to mix.
Texture: This crust is sturdy enough to hold in your hand like a real slice of pizza.
Low Carb Pizza Crust Recipe
