Cauliflower Crust Pizza
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Learn how to make my cauliflower pizza crust for a guilt-free way to satisfy your pizza cravings! It’s crispy around the edges and yet chewy in the middle, and holds its shape the entire time.
Anyone who’s watched their carb intake knows that cauliflower quickly becomes your best friend, especially when we’re talking cauliflower mac and cheese, cauliflower mashed potatoes, and this cauliflower crust.
I’ve been making cauliflower crust pizzas since my early low carb recipe experiments back in 2014, and after literally dozens of tweaks, this version finally nailed that balance of chewy yet sturdy.
I’ve tried every cauliflower crust in the book, and most have a soggy texture or lack flavor. Worse yet, the pizza tastes like a vegetable! My crust, on the other hand, is chewy, firm, and layered with cheese in every bite.
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Why my cauliflower pizza crust recipe is the one
- Healthy. It’s low-carb, low-calorie, and packed with fiber.
- Fast. It’s ready in 15 minutes. You can’t even order a pizza that quickly!
- It holds its shape. Like my sweet potato crust, I made sure it passed the lift test. If you know, you know!
- Great flavor. I used two kinds of cheese in the crust, so all you taste is garlic, cheese, and Italian seasoning.
What readers are saying
★★★★★ – “Finally, a cauliflower crust that actually holds together! I followed the recipe exactly and was able to pick up slices like real pizza. Game changer.” – Melissa
★★★★★ – “I’ve tried so many cauliflower crusts and they all turned out soggy… except this one. Crispy edges and cheesy flavor, and my kids loved it too.” – David
Key ingredients
- Cauliflower. I tested this recipe with both fresh and frozen cauliflower rice, and both worked just as well. If you go the frozen route, make sure it’s been thawed overnight and the excess moisture has been squeezed out.
- Garlic. I prefer freshly minced garlic, though garlic powder works in a pinch.
- Mozzarella cheese. Helps bind the pizza crust together. I suggest part-skim or low-moisture mozzarella as they have less liquid and will yield a crispier crust.
- Parmesan cheese. Adding Parmesan to the mozzarella helps the crust hold better while giving extra flavor.
- Large egg. Works with the cheeses as a binding agent.
- Italian seasoning. A must for any good pizza recipe! If you don’t have this, use a mix of dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, and parsley.
- Toppings. I used tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh basil, and mozzarella cheese, but add whatever you like!
How to make a cauliflower pizza crust
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1- Prep. Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet or pizza stone. Pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until riced, then transfer it to a large bowl.
Step 2- Add seasonings. Add the spices to the cauliflower mixture. Squeeze the mixture with a clean dish towel until it’s dry.
Step 3- Finish the crust. Add both cheeses and eggs to the dough and stir to combine.
Step 4- Shape and bake. Spread the crust mixture into a circle on the baking sheet. Bake until golden.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Broil at the end. This is my hack for getting an extra crispy crust. Once the cheese melts, turn on the broiler setting for the last 2-3 minutes in the oven.
- Lightly wet your hands when handling the dough. The drier the dough, the stickier it was to handle. You could also spray your hands with cooking spray.
- Season liberally. Cauliflower is very mild in flavor, so don’t be afraid to add extra kosher salt, black pepper, or whatever seasonings you prefer.
Frequently asked questions
Yes! For a cheese-less cauliflower crust, swap it out with ground flaxseed and blanched almond flour. I found it to be thicker and sturdier (I tested it twice), but it lacked some flavor, so add extra seasonings to compensate.
The eggs in this recipe are used to help bind the crust together. If you’d like to make it without eggs, try one of these egg substitutes.
I find always using parchment paper or a silicon baking mat prevents the cauliflower crust from sticking to the baking sheet.
✅ Nutrition reviewed
Since this pizza crust discusses healthy benefits and low carb tips, the nutrition information has been reviewed by registered dietitian Felicia Newell, MScAHN, RD, CPT.
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
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Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 2/3 cups mozzarella cheese low moisture
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220C/440F. Line a large pizza stone or baking sheet and set aside.
- Add the cauliflower to a food processor. Pulse until finely ground. Transfer into a large bowl.
- Add spices, salt, pepper and Italian mixture to the cauliflower and mix well. Transfer it into a cheese cloth or kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Add the mixture back into the bowl. Add the cheeses and eggs to the cauliflower mixture and mix until combined.,
- Spread the cauliflower mixture into a 12-inch-wide circle on the parchment paper. Bake until the cauliflower crust for 12-15 minutes, until it is lightly golden.
- Remove the crust from the oven and add your favorite toppings. Place back in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
- Remove the pizza from the oven, slice, and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
More healthy pizza recipes
- Protein pizza
- Eggplant pizza
- Cloud bread pizza
- Chicken crust pizza
- Cottage cheese pizza crust
- Pizza bowl
- Keto pizza
- Low calorie pizza
Originally updated July 2023
Turned out amazing! I’m trying to go keto so this was an amazing alternative to a normal pizza. And the taste was *chef’s kiss*. 😁 i think i screwed up the proportion a little and the we couldnt hold it like a pizza but it didnt take the focus away from the taste.
Thank you for sharing the recipe. Could you create a section for some keto vegetarian recipes please? 😬
Question, do you need to cook the cauliflower first?
Can I also add cooked caulflower on top? It should be good
Wow this is so low calorie and healthy pizza. Great!
The crust was delicious and not difficult to make.
Topped with onion, salami and cheese this base is fabulous. Les heavy than the almond flour base and very, very tasty. No negative at all.
I make this cauliflower crust pizza every week.
Wow for a gluten-free snack
I cannot have egg. Would flax egg work?
Not sure! You can try and see
Best cauliflower pizza crust recipe EVER!!!
Very tasty!
So delicious.My Pintrest page is mostly your recipes
never tried making this before, so thank you for the recipe and the tips, especially flipping half way through, good idea!