Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Cauliflower Pizza Crust is a great choice for those looking to enjoy pizza while keeping it healthy. This recipe is a fun and tasty way to sneak in vegetables and cut down on carbs. It’s perfect for anyone following a gluten-free diet or just looking to change things up. Plus, this dish captures the spirit of the popular Costco version, making it a must-try at home!

How to Make Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Making your own Cauliflower Pizza Crust from scratch is easy and rewarding. Here’s how you can prepare this delicious dish.

Ingredients

• 2 tsp yeast
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 cup riced cauliflower (about 1/4 of a 2lb head of cauliflower, pulsed or grated into small pieces)
• 1 cup brown rice flour
• 3/4 cup white rice flour
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1 egg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 TBSP Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 TBSP marinara sauce
• 1 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 TBSP grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup roasted vegetables
• 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions

1. First, activate the yeast. In a small bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large bowl, combine riced cauliflower, brown rice flour, white rice flour, cornstarch, egg, salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
3. Pour the yeast mixture into the large bowl and mix everything together until a dough forms.
4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
5. Spread the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping it into a pizza crust.
6. Bake the crust for about 20-25 minutes until it is golden brown.
7. Remove it from the oven and spread marinara sauce on top.
8. Add shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and roasted vegetables. Sprinkle extra Italian seasoning if desired.
9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
10. Let it cool slightly before slicing.

How to Serve Cauliflower Pizza Crust

You can serve your Cauliflower Pizza Crust hot with extra marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping. It pairs well with a fresh salad or your favorite side dishes. Enjoy it as a fun family meal or a tasty snack for movie night!

How to Store Cauliflower Pizza Crust

To store your leftovers, let the cauliflower pizza cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it by wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. When ready to eat, simply reheat in the oven or microwave.

Tips to Make Cauliflower Pizza Crust

• Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture from the riced cauliflower as possible. This will help your crust hold together better.
• Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.
• Experiment with different toppings to customize your pizza.

Variation

You can easily customize this pizza crust with different flours or add in herbs and spices for more flavor. Try using almond flour or add some finely chopped spinach to the mixture for added nutrition.

FAQs

Can I make this pizza crust ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare the dough and store it in the fridge for a day before baking.

Can I use frozen riced cauliflower?

Absolutely! Just make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.

Is this pizza crust gluten-free?

Yes, as long as you use gluten-free flour like brown rice flour and avoid any gluten-containing toppings.

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

A healthy, gluten-free pizza crust made from cauliflower, perfect for sneaking in vegetables and reducing carbs.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Snack

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the dough

• 2 tsp yeast Active dry yeast
• 2 tsp sugar Granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water Water should be warm but not hot
• 1 cup riced cauliflower About 1/4 of a 2lb head, pulsed or grated into small pieces
• 1 cup brown rice flour Gluten-free flour
• 3/4 cup white rice flour Gluten-free flour
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1 large egg Large egg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 TBSP Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder

For the topping

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For topping
• 3 TBSP marinara sauce For spreading on the crust
• 1 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Additional cheese for topping
• 3 TBSP grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup roasted vegetables Your choice of vegetables
• 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning For additional flavor

Instructions

 

Preparation

• In a small bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
• In a large bowl, combine riced cauliflower, brown rice flour, white rice flour, cornstarch, egg, salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
• Pour the yeast mixture into the large bowl and mix everything together until a dough forms.
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Baking

• Spread the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping it into a pizza crust.
• Bake the crust for about 20-25 minutes until it is golden brown.
• Remove it from the oven and spread marinara sauce on top.
• Add shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and roasted vegetables. Sprinkle extra Italian seasoning if desired.
• Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
• Let it cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Serve hot with extra marinara sauce or ranch dressing. Pairs well with a salad. To store leftovers, cool completely and keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.

Keyword Cauliflower Pizza Crust, Gluten-Free Pizza, Healthy Pizza, Low-Carb Pizza, Vegetable Pizza