Why You’ll Love It
It’s easy to make. Just stir a few ingredients together in one bowl, and then it’s ready to press into a pizza crust shape. There’s no waiting for the crust to rise, since there’s no yeast required. It tastes amazing. This crust doesn’t have a prominent almond flavor, thanks to the addition of garlic and oregano. It’s the perfect base for any of your favorite pizza toppings. It’s allergy friendly. Almond flour is naturally gluten-free, and you can make this crust without egg or dairy, if you need a Paleo or vegan option. While the vegan recipe is not appropriate for those on a keto diet, if you need a low-carb option, I’ve got you covered with an easy variation below, too. The texture is perfect. This almond flour pizza crust is sturdy enough to pick up with your hands. And when you bite into it, it feels like a traditional pizza crust. It’s fast. Unlike other pizza doughs, this recipe doesn’t need to rise, so you can stir it together and press it into a pizza shape in just minutes. It’s ready to eat in no time!
Ingredients You’ll Need
The arrowroot starch and ground flax seed act as a binder in this recipe, so you won’t need any eggs. If you prefer to use corn starch or tapioca starch, those should work, too. If you prefer not to use the starch and ground flax seed, be sure to check out the other option below, which does call for an egg. This is a simpler version, if you don’t want to use starch & flax seed as a binder. Don’t forget your pizza toppings! You can use vegan cheese for a dairy-free option, or shredded mozzarella, if you prefer. I also love to add fresh basil, sliced tomatoes or mushrooms, and sometimes pepperoni, on top. Feel free to get creative! Need a low-carb pizza crust recipe? Try Cauliflower Pizza Crust instead! My method makes it as easy as possible, and you’ll get extra veggies in each bite.
How to Make Almond Flour Pizza Crust
- Mix the dry ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched almond flour, arrowroot starch, ground flax seeds, baking powder, garlic powder, oregano, and salt. Whisk well, to help break up any clumps. (For complete measurements, be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below.)
- Add the wet ingredients. Next, add in the water and olive oil, and stir until the dough sticks together. It should resemble cookie dough, rather than a sticky pizza dough. Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a large baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper. Transfer the almond flour pizza dough to the center of the pan and use your hands to press the dough into a large circle, about a 1/4-inch thick and 8 to 10 inches in diameter. If you want to use a rolling pin to get an even thickness, cover the crust with an extra piece of parchment paper, to prevent sticking. (The rolling pin isn’t necessary though, unless you’re a perfectionist!) Bake the pizza crust for 10 minutes at 400ºF. Par-baking the crust will ensure that the center of the crust is cooked before you add any toppings.
- Add the toppings. Once the crust has cooked for 10 minutes, remove it from the oven and add a thin layer of tomato sauce. Then add any toppings you like, such as sliced vegetables or sausage, and sprinkle on the cheese. Return the pizza to the oven to bake until the cheese has melted, about 10 more minutes. Then it’s ready to slice and serve warm with any extra garnishes you like, such as red pepper flakes. Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can enjoy it chilled or reheated for another easy meal. Looking for more almond flour recipes? Try Almond Flour Brownies, Almond Flour Pancakes, Almond Flour Muffins, and Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies for more ideas. If you try this almond flour pizza crust recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below letting me know how you like it.
