How to Make Cauliflower Pizza Crust
If you’re looking for a healthier alternative to traditional pizza, this Cauliflower Pizza Crust is the perfect solution! This gluten-free, low-carb option is not only easy to make but also packed with flavor. Imagine biting into a crispy, cheesy crust that you can customize with all your favorite toppings! Whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a fun family gathering, this cauliflower pizza will quickly become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 2.5–3 lbs)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- Cooking spray
- Pizza sauce
- Shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Break cauliflower into florets and process in a food processor until it resembles rice.
- Spread processed cauliflower on the baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until tender and golden.
- Let it cool slightly, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean dish towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine squeezed cauliflower with egg, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Shape mixture into a crust on another parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 450°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from oven and add pizza sauce and toppings; bake for an additional 5-6 minutes until bubbling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg