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Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

This Cauliflower Pizza Crust is a light, gluten-free, and low-carb twist on traditional pizza dough. Made with cauliflower, cheese, and simple seasonings, it bakes up crispy, flavorful, and perfect for your favorite toppings.
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Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Parchment paper
  • Cheese grater
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Clean kitchen towel (for squeezing out moisture)
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower roughly chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella divided
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan divided
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • ¼ cup marinara or pizza sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes halved
  • Torn fresh basil for serving
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower

  • Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it looks like rice. You can also grate it by hand using a box grater if you don’t have a processor.

Step 2: Steam and Squeeze

  • Place the riced cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl and cook for about 5–6 minutes. Once cooled slightly, wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much water as you can. This step is key — the drier, the better your crust will be.

Step 3: Mix the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, 1 cup mozzarella, ¼ cup Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Mix until it forms a sticky dough.

Step 4: Shape the Crust

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and press the dough into a circle or rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Try to keep it even so it bakes properly.

Step 5: Bake Until Golden

  • Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is firm.

Step 6: Add Toppings

  • Spread the marinara sauce over the crust, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan, add cherry tomatoes, and bake for another 5–7 minutes until bubbly.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

  • Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze before slicing. Enjoy hot and fresh!

Notes

✔ Always squeeze the cauliflower well — this makes or breaks your crust.
✔  Don’t overload with sauce or toppings; it’ll soften the crust.
✔ Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
✔ Preheat your oven fully before baking for that golden finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 430mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g