Best 2 Cauliflower Almond Pizza Crust Recipes
The cauliflower almond pizza crust has become a popular low-carb and gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza dough. Made with a combination of riced cauliflower, almond flour, and eggs, this crust is not only healthier but also incredibly versatile, allowing for endless topping combinations. Whether you prefer a classic Margherita pizza with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese or a more adventurous combination like barbecue chicken or pesto and goat cheese, the cauliflower almond pizza crust provides a delicious and satisfying base. With its crispy texture and flavorful ingredients, this crust is sure to become a favorite among pizza lovers looking for a healthier option.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CAULIFLOWER ALMOND PIZZA CRUST
This crust puts a healthy twist on a traditional classic. Use this recipe for all your pizza creations! Add your favorite toppings and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until preferred doneness is reached.
Provided by whit.meier
Categories Bread Pizza Dough and Crust Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place cauliflower in a food processor or blender; pulse until broken down into grains the size of rice. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven until soft, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer softened cauliflower to a large bowl; add almond flour, eggs, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Stir well until dough pulls into a ball.
- Dust a pizza pan with flour; spread dough on the pan with a spatula to form the crust.
- Bake crust in the preheated oven until golden brown and edges are crispy, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 96.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CAULIFLOWER ALMOND PIZZA CRUST
I adapted this from recipes for cauliflower crusts. It takes a wee bit of work to squeeze out the cauliflower "rice", but it's still simpler and less work than a conventional crust. Gluten-free, grain-free, starch-free.
Provided by Penny Batt
Categories Other Breads
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. To make the "cauliflower rice" (you can do this a day ahead and refrigerate): Put water on to boil for steaming the cauliflower. Trim and wash the cauliflower. Place cauliflower in steamer and steam just until it easily breaks apart with a fork - you do want not to make it tender though! Remove from heat/steam. With a flat style potatoe masher or a large spoon or something else that will do the trick, "mash" or "rice" the cauliflower to break it apart into rice-like pieces - if you have a good pot-type steamer you can do this right in the steamer (empty out the hot water from your main pot first!) which will have the added benefit of allowing any water being pressed out in the process to drain away; if not, transfer to a colander or the (emptied) pot or a bowl and "rice". Now you have "cauliflower rice" (no need though to get nearly as small as rice for this recipe, just well broken up). If you have the cauliflower in a steamer or colander that allows you to press and drain the water out, at this point you can use your masher or whathaveyou to press out all the water you can. Allow to cool.
- 2. Squeeze out the cauliflower rice - the work part! You can do this step a day ahead of time and refrigerate: Plop the "riced" cauliflower in a ball in the middle of a teatowel (floursack type works best) or a few layers of cheesecloth, bring the corners of the towel up and twist it up into a little bag. Then squeeze out all the water from the cauliflower you possible can by any means you possible can.
- 3. To make the crust Yet another step you can do a day ahead and then refrigerate: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line your pizza pan with parchment. Plop the by now completely abused cauliflower and all the remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix - it's easiest and the most fun to do so by hand, like playdough. Plop the dough in the middle of your parchment lined pan and press out into a nice pizza crust (about 1/4 inch thick), forming a thicker crust edge to keep your toppings in and be more pizza-like. Bake until nice and browned and crusty looking, about 20 minutes. Your pizza crust is now ready to top or save for later.
- 4. Top in any way you desire, bake at 400 degrees F until your toppings are done (cheese melted etc).
- 5. Topping Idea: Brush crust lightly with extra virgin olive oil. Rub with a cut garlic clove. Top with sliced tomato, cheese and basil. Bake until cheese melts. Lightly salt and pepper, drizzle with a little extra virgin oil and maybe some balsamic vinegar. Bake until cheese is melted. 50 Easy Pizza Toppings - http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/50-easy-pizzas/index.html#
Tips:
- Use a food processor to achieve a fine and even texture for the cauliflower crust. This will help ensure that the crust bakes evenly and has a crispy texture.
- Be sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the cauliflower before adding it to the other ingredients. This will help prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Add some grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast to the cauliflower mixture for extra flavor. You can also add some dried herbs or spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
- Press the cauliflower mixture firmly into the pizza pan. This will help prevent the crust from becoming too thin or crumbly.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until it is golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on the crust so that it doesn't burn.
- Once the crust is baked, top it with your favorite pizza toppings and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help prevent the toppings from sliding off the crust.
Conclusion:
Cauliflower almond pizza crust is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza crust. It is made with simple ingredients that are easily accessible, and it can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a low-carb, gluten-free, or grain-free option, cauliflower almond pizza crust is a great choice. With its crispy texture and flavorful taste, it is sure to be a hit with everyone at your next pizza party.
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