Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipe - Dr. Monica Bravo (2024)

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Are you looking for a gluten free pizza crust that tastes amazing? I was too, which led to me hours of recipe testing and a fabulous end product!

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I’m excited to let you know that recipe posts will be out every Monday morning now, hopefully before noon each Monday! And I hope to keep this consistent, so you all know what to expect. Because I’m in school, my weekly schedule always changes, but I plan to make this a priority.

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Last week I started a habit with my friend to be up by 6 A.M every morning. We had three exams last week, so it was basically finals week, and I put in a ridiculous amount of study hours. But the nerd in me really likes weeks like that as long as I stay healthy and balanced, which can be hard! Next fall, I’ll be in New Orleans at LSU Medical School, and I know every week will be like that. So I guess this semester is just prep for the next.

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After about 6 days of studying, I promised my friend I’d make him a pizza and we’d drink a glass of wine. We made this recipe, and it was definitely a treat! This recipe is not exactlyPaleo, because it’s really just agluten free pizza crust with marinara and cheese. However, the crust is actually grain free too, which is uniquebecause many gluten free pizza crusts are just made with other grains (like rice). I know this recipe is tasty when my mom makes it for her too. She’s picky about her pizza, so if she likes it I think you may too!

I don’t put a measurement for cheese, because it’s really up to you. Also feel free to top it with all your favorite toppings. At my house we like bacon and red peppers, YUM! Comment below with your favorite pizza toppings.

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Gluten Free Pizza Crust

Monica Bravo

Servings 2

Calories 587 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup coconut cream thick not watery section
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ cup almond flour
  • ¾ cup and 2 Tablespoons tapioca flour
  • Toppings: marinara sauce cheese, and your other favorite toppings

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 500 F.

  • In a small saucepan, add butter, coconut cream, water, and sea salt and heat on high.

  • While this is heating, add tapioca flour and almond flour to your stand mixer bowl.

  • Once the wet mixture is bubbling, pour it into your stand mixer with the dry ingredients.

  • Turn mixer on slow to medium. It should thicken quickly. It should be thick and dough like. If it is not, add more tapioca, 1 Tablespoon at a time.

  • Roll dough onto a pizza stone lightly covered in tapioca. Roll it very thin. It should make a 10-12 inch pizza crust.

  • Place in oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

  • Remove from oven and lower oven to 450 F.

  • Top pizza crust with your favorite toppings.

  • Place in oven again for 7-8 minutes. Enjoy!

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Comments

    • Monica Bravo says

      Yeah he is!!

      Reply

  1. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

    I’m definitely going to try this with coconut oil instead of butter!

    Reply

    • Monica Bravo says

      Smart thinking! Tell me how it is.

      Reply

  2. Carol says

    Thank you for a gluten free recipe. I am looking forward to trying it. Do you recommend putting the pizza stone in the oven to preheat while the oven gets to temperature?

    Reply

    • Monica Bravo says

      I didn’t preheat my stone, but you could definitely try it. It may decrease the cooking time slightly.

      Reply

  3. Hugo says

    Tapioca! I love it.
    Well, I’m from Brazil, homeland of the tapioca.
    It’s nice that you appreciate it too.
    Paleo greetings

    Reply

    • Monica Bravo says

      Hey Hugo! I love Tapioca! And I’d love to visit Brazil one day. Thanks for commenting 🙂

      Reply

  4. Stefanie says

    have you tried to double this? does it work well?

    Reply

    • Monica Bravo says

      Yes it works doubled. But sometimes it’s just easier to handle the dough if you make two separate batches.

      Reply

  5. Ria says

    Sounds good, but can I sub tapioca flour with coconut flour or any other flour?

    Reply

  6. Veronica says

    I can’t wait to try this! do you know of any good substitutions for the coconut cream? Some of my family is allergic to coconut and it would be amazing if we could just make one meal instead of two or more. Thanks!

    Reply

    • Laura Fuentes says

      You can use a dairy-free milk alternative, what you’d use instead of half & half.

      Reply

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Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipe - Dr. Monica Bravo (2024)

FAQs

What is most gluten free pizza crust made of? ›

In most cases, gluten free pizza is made with a combination of gluten free flours and starches like rice flour, almond flour, potato starch, and tapioca starch. These are combined with wet ingredients like oil and flavorings like sugar and salt. Some recipes also use yeast to give the dough some rise.

Does gluten free pizza dough taste different? ›

Gluten-free pizza crusts are usually a little thinner than regular pizza crusts. They may also be made with different flour than regular pizza crusts. This may give them a different taste, but most people report that gluten-free pizzas are similar to their regular counterparts.

Is gluten free pizza anti inflammatory? ›

Unlike white flours, which are void of fiber and nutrients, whole grain and gluten-free alternatives are a better choice when it comes to reducing inflammation and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Here are some nutrient-dense pizza crust alternatives to consider: Cauliflower pizza crust.

Is gluten free pizza crust better for you? ›

Eliminating gluten will not cause automatic weight loss. But, when you have to decide between a gluten-free pizza and a traditional pizza, gluten-free pizza can be the healthier option. By choosing the healthier option, it can reduce the number of calories you intake while still making you feel full.

Why is my gluten free pizza dough not rising? ›

Use a little more liquid in the dough. Gluten-free dough may be dry and crumbly, so adding more liquid can help it rise by creating steam as the dough bakes. Let the dough rest for a longer period. This can help the dough absorb the liquid and become softer and more pliable, which can help it rise.

What is Papa John's gluten-free crust made of? ›

A breakdown of that crust: Like we said, it's made out of ancient grains including quinoa, sorghum, teff, and amaranth, which are naturally gluten-free and high in protein and fiber. A small cheese pizza with the gluten-free crust also has 50 fewer calories than their original small-sized cheese pizza crust.

Why is my gluten free pizza dough runny? ›

Why is my pizza dough wet or sticky? Gluten free dough naturally needs more liquid than it's regular counterpart. As you mix the dough, you might find that it looks wet and sticky. This is where the magic of psyllium husk comes in.

What is Domino's gluten-free crust made of? ›

What ingredients are in Domino's® Gluten Free Crust? Water, Modified Rice Starch, Rice Flour, Brown Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Olive Oil, Potato Flour, Evaporated Cane Sugar, Fresh Yeast, Honey, Avicel, Salt, Calcium Propionate. Note: Avicel functions as a fat replacer in Gluten Free crusts.

Does gluten free dough rise like regular dough? ›

Gluten free flour will rise in recipes containing either chemical leaveners or yeast. It won't rise quite as much as flour with gluten, and it won't have as strong a atructure, so there are pans designed specifically for gluten free breads.

Is cauliflower crust or gluten-free better? ›

There are more vitamins and minerals in cauliflower than in wheat-based dough, so you get more nutrition from eating cauliflower crust pizzas and avoiding gluten. If you are trying to avoid the effects of gluten and feel better in a healthy way while still enjoying pizza, cauliflower crust is a great option.

Can gluten-free pizza upset your stomach? ›

In addition, the introduction of the many refined gluten free grains and starches that are in gluten free products are often upsetting to the micro-flora balance in the intestines, causing gas and bloating.

Is gluten-free pizza bad for cholesterol? ›

Gluten-free pizza is a popular food choice for people with heart health concerns. A recent study published in the American Journal of Cardiology found that people who ate gluten-free pizza had lower levels of bad cholesterol than those who didn't.

What is the healthiest dough for pizza? ›

Both the cauliflower crust and the whole-wheat crust offer fiber and protein, which play a key role in weight loss by helping to keep you feeling full and satisfied after a meal. But if you're not trying to cut carbs and are looking for that traditional pizza pie flavor, the whole-wheat crust is what you want.

Should diabetics eat gluten free pizza? ›

For this reason, the specific gluten free pizza crusts that are low in carbohydrates are likely to be better options for diabetics than a traditional wheat crust. However, it is important to look at the number of carbohydrates in each type of crust solid as gluten free.

Is popcorn gluten-free? ›

Popcorn is naturally gluten-free and suitable for most people with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Still, some individuals who react to gluten may also be sensitive to certain proteins in corn. What's more, some commercial products may be cross-contaminated with gluten or include glutenous ingredients.

What is Domino's gluten free pizza crust made of? ›

What Are the Ingredients for Domino's Gluten Free Pizza Crust? The Domino's gluten free flour blend includes white rice flour, brown rice flour, and potato flour. Other ingredients include water, olive oil, yeast, honey, and salt. Our gluten free pizza crust is also dairy free.

What is pizza Hut gluten-free crust made of? ›

Udi's® Gluten-Free Crust includes the following ingredients: Water, Tapioca Starch, Brown Rice Flour, Canola Oil, Egg Whites, Dried Cane Syrup, Tapioca Syrup, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Yeast, Cultured Corn Syrup Solids And Citric Acid (Mold Inhibitor), Enzymes.

Is gluten free pizza made from cauliflower crust? ›

Cauliflower crust pizza has changed the game for folks who want to remain gluten free and still enjoy pizza. There are more vitamins and minerals in cauliflower than in wheat-based dough, so you get more nutrition from eating cauliflower crust pizzas and avoiding gluten.

What does xanthan gum do? ›

Xanthan gum, a fine powder that comes from the coating of xanthom*onas campestris bacteria, is a gluten-free baking ingredient that mimics the effects of gluten by binding ingredients together and providing moisture and structure. Xanthan Gum adds thickness and viscosity to gluten-free breads and other baked goods.

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