The Best Cauliflower Pizza Crust
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
The Best Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Description
The Best Cauliflower Pizza Crust begins with raw cauliflower processed into fine grains and softened by microwaving. Excess moisture is carefully squeezed out to ensure the crust can bake with a crisp texture. Eggs and cheeses bind the mixture together with Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to round out the flavor. The crust is spread into a rectangle shape and baked until golden and firm.
After baking the crust partially, it is topped with tomato pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and pepperoni minis, then returned to the oven until the cheese melts. Fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes finish the pizza with herbal brightness and light heat.
This crust offers a way to enjoy pizza with added vegetables and reduced wheat flour. Using fresh grated cheese and proper water removal helps achieve a crust that holds well without becoming soggy. The recipe notes that a box grater may be used instead of a food processor for the cauliflower.
Ingredients
- ½ cup pizza sauce Pomi brand
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ cup pepperoni minis
- ¼ cup basil fresh leaves
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, crushed
For the cauliflower crust
- 1 cauliflower chopped, head
- 2 egg large
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- 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.
Notes
- You can grate the cauliflower using a box grater if a food processor is unavailable.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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