Keto Pizza lets you enjoy all the cheesy, saucy goodness you love without breaking your low carb goals. It’s quick, satisfying, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a guilt-free snack.
Made with a crispy almond flour crust, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, this keto pizza might just become your new favorite keto friendly meal.
❤️ Why you'll love it
If you're a pizza lover, you don't have to give up your favorite food when following a keto diet. This pizza uses a low carb crust that's made from almond flour.
You can add your favorite keto toppings to make this pizza your own. A few toppings you can try include mushrooms, olives, spinach, and your favorite meats. Experiment with a variety of different toppings to create something unique to you.
It tastes amazing. Don't let the word keto scare you. This keto pizza boasts all of your favorite pizza flavors, just in a healthier way. Enjoy it as a family dinner on pizza night or as party dish that everyone can enjoy.
🧾 Ingredients Used
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Dough Ingredients
- Almond Flour - I use almond flour instead of regular flour for this recipe. It makes the crust crispy and is a great low-carb option to go with. You can find it in most grocery stores.
- Spices - I use salt and garlic powder to add flavor to the dough. Feel free to add your favorite spices to mix things up. It’s all about personal taste.
- Eggs - These are key for holding the dough together and making it firm. They act as a binder and add a bit of richness to the crust.
- Melted Butter - Mixing melted butter into the dough gives it a rich, moist texture and adds a buttery flavor to the crust. If you don't want to use butter, you can use oil instead.
- Baking Soda - This helps the dough rise slightly and makes it lighter. A little bit goes a long way, making the crust nice and fluffy.
Toppings
- Pepperoni - A classic topping that adds tasty, spicy goodness. Just layer it on top of the sauce and cheese. It’s always a hit!
- Pizza Sauce - I spread this rich, tangy sauce all over the dough as a base. You can use as much or as little as you like. It brings everything together.
- Mozzarella Cheese - No pizza is complete without cheese. Mozzarella cheese melts perfectly and covers the pizza with cheesy goodness. Don’t hold back on the cheese!
- Olives - I toss these on for a salty burst of flavor in every bite. They add a nice contrast to the other toppings and look great on the pizza.
🔪 How To Make Keto Pizza
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, including almond flour, salt, and garlic powder.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then add the eggs and melted butter. Use a spatula to combine the ingredients initially, then switch to using your hands to form a ball of dough.
- Place the dough ball between two pieces of parchment paper and use your hands or a rolling pin to roughly press it into a thick disc. Remove the top piece of parchment paper and transfer the bottom piece with the rolled-out pizza dough onto a pizza pan or baking tray.
- Prebake the crust for 6 to 8 minutes until it starts to firm up slightly. If you're crust is thicker, it may need a few more minutes in the oven. Less time if your crust is thin.
- Remove the crust from the oven and add your own toppings of choice, such as pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and olives.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
🥫 Storing and Reheating
Store any leftover pizza slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place the slices on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through.
💭 Tips and Variations
- To customize your pizza, experiment with different keto-friendly toppings. For variety, try adding mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or cooked sausage. You can also add fresh herbs, like basil or parsley, to the pizza before serving.
- For a crispy crust, bake the pizza on a pizza stone or preheated baking sheet to ensure even heat distribution.
- If you prefer a thin crust, divide the dough in half and roll it out into two smaller pizzas instead of one large one.
- Preparing a cauliflower pizza crust, rather than using almond flour, is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.
- Add Italian seasoning and extra garlic to the pizza sauce for even more flavor.
- For extra protein, make a chicken crust pizza instead.
- Crustless pizza is a fantastic low-carb option if you don't feel like making the crust. Just add prepared meat (like ground beef or turkey), pizza sauce, cheese, and any other pizza toppings to a casserole dish and bake until bubbling and golden brown.
🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?
This low carb pizza recipe pairs perfectly with a side salad. I love a good side salad that's dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a complete and satisfying meal. You can also enjoy it on its own as a delicious snack or appetizer.
👩🍳 Frequently asked questions
What kind of pizza can you eat on keto?
Keto-friendly pizza options include those made with low-carb crusts such as almond flour or cauliflower and topped with keto-friendly ingredients like cheese, meats, and vegetables.
Is almond flour good for pizza dough?
Yes, almond flour is an excellent choice for keto pizza dough. It is low in carbs and high in healthy fats and protein. It also creates a crispy and flavorful crust that is perfect for holding your favorite pizza toppings.
What toppings can you put on keto pizza?
You can get creative with keto pizza toppings! Some popular options include pepperoni, sausage, bacon, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, olives, spinach, and feta cheese. Just be sure to choose toppings that are low in carbs and high in flavor.
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📖 Recipe
Keto Pizza
Ingredients
- 2 ⅓ cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup butter melted
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Keto toppings of choice
- peperoni
- keto pizza sauce
- mozzarella cheese
- olives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine all the dry ingredients, including almond flour, salt, baking soda, and garlic powder, in a large mixing bowl.2 ⅓ cup almond flour, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs and melted butter.2 eggs, ¼ cup butter
- Use a spatula to combine the ingredients initially, then switch to using your hands to form a ball of dough.
- Place the dough ball between two pieces of parchment paper and use your hands or a rolling pin to roughly press it into a thick disc.
- Remove the top piece of parchment paper and transfer the bottom piece with the rolled-out pizza dough onto a pizza pan or baking tray.
- Prebake the crust for 6 to 8 minutes until it starts to firm up slightly.
- Remove the crust from the oven and add your own toppings of choice, such as pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and olives.peperoni, keto pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, olives
Notes
- Experiment with different keto-friendly toppings to customize your pizza. For variety, try adding mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or cooked sausage. You can also add fresh herbs on top of the pizza before serving, like fresh basil or parsley.
- For a crispy crust, bake the pizza on a pizza stone or preheated baking sheet to ensure even heat distribution.
- If you prefer a thin crust, divide the dough in half and roll it out into two smaller pizzas instead of one large one.
- Preparing a cauliflower pizza crust, rather than using almond flour, is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.
- Add Italian seasoning and extra garlic to the pizza sauce for even more flavor.
Nutrition
Tayo Oredola is the founder of Low Carb Africa, where she shares healthy, low carb dishes with global flavors. She is passionate about teaching people how to cook drool-worthy dishes while losing weight and living their best lives. Tayo’s recipes have been featured on MSN, Women’s Health, Parade, Yahoo News, Pure Wow, Essence, and other online publications.
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