Craving a guilt-free pizza indulgence? Look no further! Our cauliflower pizza crust recipe is a revolutionary alternative to traditional wheat-based crusts, offering a delectable and nutritious twist on your favorite comfort food. This innovative crust is not only low in carbs and calories, but also packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With its crispy texture and versatile flavor profile, our cauliflower pizza crust caters to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free, low-carb, and keto lifestyles.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect cauliflower pizza crust from scratch. Discover the art of transforming humble cauliflower into a culinary masterpiece, complete with step-by-step instructions, insightful tips, and a treasure trove of topping ideas. Unleash your creativity and embark on a culinary adventure with our collection of mouthwatering pizza recipes, ranging from classic favorites like Margherita and Pepperoni to innovative gourmet creations. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a guilt-free pizza journey like never before!
CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, dried oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, sea salt, shredded parmesan cheese, large egg
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450˚F (240˚F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cauliflower to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until it becomes the size of rice. Transfer the cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 3 minutes, or until it begins to steam. Remove the cauliflower and place on a clean kitchen towel. Wrap the towel around it and squeeze out as much liquid as possible; wait for the cauliflower to cool a bit if it's too hot to handle.
- Transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and add the oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, Parmesan, and egg. Stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet and use your hands to form it into a round disk, ½-inch (1 cm) thick and 10-inches (25 cm) in diameter. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust begins to brown.
- Top the crust with your desired toppings and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 6 grams
THE BEST EVER CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST RECIPE BY TASTY
Maybe you're on the keto diet or maybe you're just trying to eat fewer carbs. Regardless, you can and should still be eating pizza, thanks to this cauliflower crust recipe. Start with cauliflower florets and turn them into cauliflower rice. Then, add cheese, spices, and egg, and bake the crust until it's golden-brown. Add your favorite toppings and call it pizza night.
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500˚F (260˚C).
- Remove the leaves and stem of the cauliflower.
- Transfer pieces to a food processor and rice the cauliflower by pulsing it in the food processor, or by shredding it on a box grater.
- Once riced, transfer to a large bowl and microwave for 4 minutes. Let it cool down for a few minutes before handling!
- Transfer cooked cauliflower to a clean towel and wring out as much liquid as possible.
- Place wrung cauliflower in a bowl and combine with mozzarella, oregano, basil, salt, garlic powder, and an egg. Mix well.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place cauliflower mixture in the middle. Spread out the mixture and form a circle out of the cauliflower mixture, pushing along the edge to raise a "crust."
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the crust has become golden brown in the center and on the edges.
- Top with your favorite pizza sauce and toppings, being careful not to overload the pizza.
- Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 7 grams
THE BEST CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST
Easy to make, grain-free AND so healthy. Plus, you will honestly not even be able to taste a difference!
Provided by Chungah Rhee
Categories entree
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside. To make the cauliflower crust, add cauliflower to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground, yielding about 2-3 cups.* Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover loosely and place into microwave for 4-5 minutes, or until softened; let cool. Using a clean dish towel or cheese cloth, drain cauliflower completely, removing as much water as possible. Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl. Stir in eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread cauliflower mixture into a 15- by 10-inch rectangle onto the prepared baking sheet. Spray lightly with nonstick spray and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden. Top with pizza sauce, cheeses and pepperoni minis. Place into oven and bake until the cheese has melted, about 3-5 minutes. Serve immediately, sprinkled with basil and red pepper flakes, if desired.
CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Time 50m
Yield 1 pizza crust
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Break the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until fine. Steam in a steamer basket and drain well. (I like to put it on a towel to get all the moisture out.) Let cool.
- In a bowl, combine the cauliflower with the mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, salt, garlic powder and eggs. Transfer to the center of the baking sheet and spread into a circle, resembling a pizza crust. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Add desired toppings and bake an additional 10 minutes.
CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST
You will never guess this rich, grain-free pizza crust is made with cauliflower instead of flour. Serve with your favorite sauce and toppings.
Provided by Alli Shircliff
Categories Bread Pizza Dough and Crust Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cauliflower pieces through the feeding tube of the food processor using the grating blade; pulse until all the cauliflower is shredded.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until cooled, about 15 minutes.
- Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat.
- Stir Italian cheese blend, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper into cauliflower until evenly incorporated. Pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet; press and shape into a pizza crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 38.4 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 109 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- For a crispy cauliflower pizza crust, make sure to use a food processor to finely grate the cauliflower. This will help the crust hold together better and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Be sure to squeeze out as much moisture from the grated cauliflower as possible. This will also help the crust hold together and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Add your favorite spices and herbs to the cauliflower mixture for extra flavor. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have a pizza stone, you can also bake the pizza crust on a greased baking sheet. Just be sure to preheat the baking sheet in the oven before adding the pizza crust.
- Once the pizza crust is baked, top it with your favorite pizza toppings and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Conclusion:
This cauliflower pizza crust is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza crust. It's easy to make and can be topped with your favorite pizza toppings. Whether you're looking for a low-carb, gluten-free, or just a healthier pizza option, this cauliflower pizza crust is a great choice.
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