Keto Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Satisfying your cravings for pizza, cheeses and cauliflower with this cheesy crispy cauliflower pizza crust.

It’s a delicious mix of only 5 ingredients, including cauliflower florets, grated parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. As it contains only 106 calories per slice, you can also serve it to your whole family and they will see it worth. Keep scrolling to get full recipe!

Keto Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: Main CourseCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

106

kcal

Satisfying your cravings for pizza, cheeses and cauliflower with this cheesy crispy cauliflower pizza crust.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb cauliflower, cut into florets

• 1 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

• 1 large egg

• 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a piece of parchment paper onto a pizza peel.
• Place cauliflower florets into a food processor and blend until it get consistency of rice. Transfer to a sauté pan and cook for about 10 minutes, until the cauliflower is very soft.
• In a large bowl, whisk the egg. Stir in the parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
• Once cauliflower is cooked, transfer to a kitchen towel and squeeze the moisture. Stir into the cheese mixture.
• Spread the “dough” onto the parchment paper of the prepared pizza peel, about 1/4″ thick. Bake for about 20 minutes, until the top is dry and firm, and the edges are a little golden.
• Once cooked, let it rest for at least 5-10 minutes at room temperature to firm up more. Add desired toppings. Return to the oven for about 5-10 minutes, until cheese melts.

Notes

• Sprinkle it this cauliflower pizza crust with favorite toppings. Also, don’t forget to serve it alongside a tasty low-carb dipping sauce. Enjoy!

FAQ

Is Keto Cauliflower Pizza Crust truly keto-friendly?
Yes. This crust is made with low-carb ingredients and contains significantly fewer carbs than traditional pizza dough, making it suitable for keto and low-carb diets.

Does cauliflower pizza crust taste like regular pizza crust?
Not exactly. It does not replicate the flavor of wheat-based dough, but it has a savory, cheesy taste and a firm texture that works well as a pizza base.

Why do I need to squeeze moisture out of the cauliflower?
Removing excess moisture is essential. Too much water will result in a soggy crust that does not hold together or crisp properly.

Can I use frozen cauliflower instead of fresh?
Yes, but you must thaw it completely and squeeze out as much liquid as possible before mixing it with the other ingredients.

How do I make the crust crispier?
Bake it until the surface is dry and lightly golden, let it rest before adding toppings, and avoid overloading with wet toppings.

Can I make the cauliflower pizza crust ahead of time?
Yes. You can bake the crust in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before adding toppings and reheating.

Can this crust be frozen?
Yes. Bake the crust first, let it cool completely, then freeze it wrapped tightly. Reheat in the oven before adding toppings.

What toppings work best with cauliflower pizza crust?
Low-moisture toppings such as mozzarella, pepperoni, cooked chicken, sausage, mushrooms, and olives work best.

Is this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes. The crust is naturally gluten-free since it does not contain flour or grains.

Can I substitute parmesan with another cheese?
Parmesan works best for structure and crispness, but you may substitute part of it with mozzarella, though the crust may be softer.