Description
This 4 Ingredient Keto Pizza Crust recipe, known as Fathead Dough, is a simple and delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pizza crust. Made with mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, almond flour, and egg, it creates a crispy, chewy base perfect for your favorite keto-friendly toppings. Ideal for those following a ketogenic or low-carb diet, this pizza crust is quick to prepare and bake, offering a satisfying and healthier way to enjoy homemade pizza.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 egg, beaten
Toppings
- Sauce of your choice
- Pizza toppings of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s at the optimal temperature for baking the crust.
- Melt Cheeses: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese and shredded mozzarella. Microwave together for 90 seconds, stirring halfway through, until the mixture is melted and well combined.
- Form Dough: Stir in the almond flour and beaten egg into the melted cheese mixture. Mix well until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky to handle, gradually add a little more almond flour. Knead the dough with your hands until it becomes smooth and manageable.
- Roll Dough: Place the dough between two large sheets of parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a 10-inch circle about 1/3 inch thick. This prevents sticking and helps achieve an even thickness.
- Prepare for Baking: Remove the top piece of parchment paper. Transfer the bottom parchment with the dough onto a pizza pan or an upside-down baking sheet.
- Dock the Crust: Use a fork to pierce multiple holes all over the dough. This step ensures even baking by preventing air bubbles from forming under the crust.
- Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until it turns slightly golden brown.
- Add Toppings: Remove the crust from the oven. Spread your preferred sauce, sprinkle extra mozzarella cheese, and add your desired pizza toppings evenly over the crust.
- Bake with Toppings: Return the topped pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts and toppings are cooked.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, slice, and enjoy your keto-friendly homemade pizza.
Notes
- If the dough is sticky, gradually add more almond flour until it reaches a pliable consistency.
- Rolling the dough between parchment paper helps prevent sticking and makes it easier to transfer to the pan.
- Docking the dough with a fork prevents air bubbles and ensures a uniformly cooked crust.
- Use a pizza pan or an inverted baking sheet to bake the crust evenly.
- Customize toppings to your preference, keeping them keto-friendly for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Keto pizza crust, Fathead dough, low carb pizza, almond flour pizza crust, cheese crust pizza, ketogenic diet
