đ„ Keto Diet Pizza Recipe: Real Pizza, Zero Regret
Thereâs something magical about pizzaâthe pull of the crunchy crust, the stretch of melted cheese, the aroma of herbs and garlic. But when you’re on a keto diet, that wonder often comes with guilt⊠unless you tweak it just right.
Thatâs where my keto diet pizza recipe comes in. A satisfying switch from carbs, yet retaining rich, cheesy goodness. Itâs the pizza you wonât believe is low-carbâcrafted from my own kitchen experiments and shared with gusto.
đ Ingredients â The Perfect LowâCarb Pizza Lineup
Hereâs the full ingredient list for one 12-inch pizza (two will happily share):
- 1œ cups almond flour (150âŻg) â finely blanched
- 1œ cups shredded mozzarella (170âŻg) â low-moisture, part-skim
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese (30âŻg) â softened
- 1 large egg, beaten
- œ Tbsp olive oil â for flavor and golden edges
- 1 tsp baking powder â gives the crust lift
- œ tsp garlic powder â aromatic depth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning â oregano-basil mix
- Salt & cracked pepper, to taste
Toppings (all lowâcarb options):
œ cup sugar-free tomato sauce, fresh basil, shredded mozzarella (1 cup), pepperoni slices, olives, sautĂ©ed mushrooms, spinachâpick a combo and go bold!
đ©âđł StepâbyâStep Method: How To Bring It All Together
1. Preheat Stage
Preheat your oven to 220âŻÂ°C (425âŻÂ°F) with a pizza stone or heavy pan inside. Getting that surface hot is crucial for a crisp bottom.
2. Cheese Stage
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the shredded mozzarella and cream cheeseâ60 seconds, swirl, then 30 seconds to reach that gooey stretch.
3. Dry Mix
In a separate bowl, whisk almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepperâkeep it even.
4. Dough Creation
Stir the beaten egg into the melted cheese, then fold in the dry mix. Knead gently until you get soft dough that holds together.
5. Rolling the Crust
Use parchment paper to roll dough into a 12-inch circle. Peel away the top paper, transfer the bottom on paper to the hot panâparchment stays.
6. ParâBake
Bake crust for 10â12 minutes until the edges turn golden and surface setsânot completely firm.
7. Apply Toppings
Brush olive oil lightly. Spread sauce. Haven the shredded mozzarella and your favorite toppings in that beautiful cheesy spread.
8. Final Bake
Pop it back in for 8â10 more minutes. You’ll see cheese bubbling and edges turning golden.
9. Sit & Slice
Let pizza rest a couple minutes. Slice, garnish fresh basil, and dive into the crisp, rich slices.
đĄ Tips & Tricks I Use in My Kitchen
- Always use blanched almond flourâno gritty bits.
- Donât skip the preheated pan or stoneâmakes a crisp all the way through.
- Par-baking sets the crust, so it holds up under toppings.
- Want extra crunch? Add 1 tsp psyllium husk or flaxseed to the dough mix.
- Prefer softer crust? Skip the par-bake and go straight to toppings.
- Want a fathead twist? Add 2 Tbsp coconut flourâmakes it stretchy.
- Leftover slices? Wrap in parchment, refrigerate up to 4 days, or freeze. Reheat in ovenânot microwaveâfor crispness.
đŽ Taste-Sparking Variations
Classic Margherita
Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil drizzle.
Meat Loverâs Dream
Pepperoni, bacon crumbles, sausage slices, extra cheese.
Veggie Feast
Spinach, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, goat cheese.
Smoky BBQ Chicken
Sugarâfree BBQ sauce, shredded grilled chicken, cilantro, red onion, cheddar.
đ Quick Nutrition Breakdown (when sliced into 8 pieces):
- Calories: ~260 per slice
- Fat: ~20âŻg
- Protein: ~12âŻg
- Net Carbs: ~4âŻg
Perfect for keto, lowâcarb, glutenâfree, or even LCHF.
Great macros without skimping on flavorâor satisfaction.
â FAQ â Real Answers, Zero Jargon
Q: Can I substitute coconut flour entirely?
A: You canâbut use just a bit. Coconut flour absorbs loads of liquid, so youâd need to tweak the ratios and add moisture.
Q: What exactly is âfathead doughâ?
A: Itâs a cheese-led dough (mozzarella + cream cheese + almond/coconut flour). Soft, chewy, glutenâfreeâit mimics crust texture beautifully.
Q: Is this a kid-approved pizza?
A: Totally! Most folks canât tell itâs keto without being told.
Q: How do I freeze this?
A: Par-bake the crust, cool, freeze flat. When ready: thaw overnight, top, and bake like usual.
đ„ Final Thoughts â Your Keto Pizza Journey Starts Here
With this keto diet pizza recipe, I’ll show you that good taste doesnât need carbs. Itâs savory, stretchy, satisfying. Make it onceâsee how it changes your keto meals forever.
Imagine serving slices at gatherings, hearing the âWowâis this keto?â And when someone says yes⊠you grin. Because you nailed it.
Iâd love to see your creations. Share your pizza pics on social with #KetoPizzaNight and tag me!
Which topping combo thrilled you most? Comment below.
Want more guilt-free foodie bliss? Iâll bring my keto bread, flatbread, and dessert recipes nextâjust say the word.
See Also: Italian Pizza Recipe  | La auténtica pizza italiana casera que todos pueden dominar





