Keto pizza is a low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, perfect for those following the ketogenic diet. Here’s a simple recipe to make your own keto pizza:
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the topping:
- 1 cup sugar-free pizza sauce (or use tomato sauce with no added sugars)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- Any toppings you like (pepperoni, sausage, veggies, olives, mushrooms, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Make the dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave for about 30-45 seconds until melted. Stir until smooth and combined. Let it cool slightly.
- Add the egg, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix until a dough forms. You may need to use your hands to knead it together.
- Shape the dough: Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper. Roll it out into a thin, round crust, about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer the crust onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Bake the crust: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and firm.
- Add the toppings: Once the crust is ready, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on top. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and your favorite toppings.
- Bake again: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, slice, and enjoy!
This keto pizza is both delicious and filling, offering a great way to satisfy your pizza cravings while keeping carbs low!