Keto Pizza

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Learn how to make the best keto pizza that yields a chewy and golden crust! No yeast OR cauliflower is needed. 2 grams net carbs per serving. 

Hungry for more keto comfort foods? Try my keto chicken soup, keto lasagna, keto pasta, and keto quesadillas next.

keto pizza.

Even when I’m on a keto diet, I refuse to skip out on the joys of eating pizza!

So, I came up with a low-carb pizza recipe that makes for a firm yet chewy crust that’s fit for holding all of your favorite toppings. 

Table of Contents
  1. Why I love this recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make keto pizza
  4. Arman’s recipe tips
  5. Storage instructions
  6. Frequently asked questions
  7. More low-carb pizza recipes to try
  8. Keto Pizza (Like Domino’s) (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

  • It’s fast. I’m talking 20 minutes, including time to make the pizza dough. 
  • Everyone will love it. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve shared this pizza with my non-keto friends. They always go back for seconds!
  • There’s no yeast. Helping to cut down on the prep time by half. 
  • No fork needed. I’ve noticed a lot of low-carb pizzas need a fork because the crust gets soggy. Mine is thick, chewy, and perfectly crisp. 

★★★★★ REVIEW 

“WOW!! If I could give you more than 5 stars, I would. I’ve tried many keto pizza recipes, including cauliflower. This one topped them all.”Karen

Ingredients needed

  • Almond flour. You must use blanched almond flour, not almond meal. The latter will yield a grittier pizza crust and will burn easily. 
  • Mozzarella cheese. I recommend using a low moisture mozzarella cheese, as it keeps the crust chewy and fluffy. 
  • Cream cheese. Use cream cheese from a stick or block, not a tub (spreadable). This makes all the difference in terms of how crispy the crust will be. More liquid (i.e. tub cream cheese) = soggy crust.
  • Eggs. Room temperature eggs. 
  • Olive oil. to brush around the sides of the pizza.
  • Pizza sauce- Store-bought ones are usually low in sugar, but I keep things simple with my homemade keto pizza sauce
  • Toppings of choice. Use your favorite pizza toppings and, of course, mozzarella cheese.

Find the printable recipe with measurements below.

How to make keto pizza

Step 1- Prep work. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F and lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet. 

Step 2- Make the dough. Add the almond flour to a large bowl. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese in 20-second intervals until melted. Whisk together, then transfer it to the bowl of almond flour. Add the eggs and mix until a sticky dough remains. 

Step 3- Shape. Place a piece of parchment paper on a flat surface and the dough on top. Place a second piece of parchment paper over it. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it is ½ inch thick. Remove the top sheet and shape the dough into a pizza shape. 

Step 4- Pre-bake the crust. Place the dough on the pizza pan and bake for 12 minutes. 

Step 5- Add toppings and bake again. Remove the crust from the oven and add the sauce, cheese, and toppings. Brush the sides with olive oil and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges and the cheese has melted.

keto pizza crust.

Keto frozen pizza

Everyone loves the convenience of a frozen pizza, so why not have a keto option available too?

To make a frozen keto pizza, you’ll need to follow the same process as if you were going to cook it completely. However, once you pre-bake the crust, let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, add your sauce and toppings, and cover it completely with plastic wrap (saran wrap). Place it in the freezer and keep it there for up to 2 months.

To cook from frozen, simply place the frozen pizza into a preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted. 

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Let the cheese cool slightly. Make sure the cheese is cool enough to handle when you add the eggs, otherwise you’ll scramble them!
  • Flavor the keto pizza crust. Fold in some seasonings, like garlic powder or dried oregano, to give the dough a taste boost. 
  • Oil the pizza pan to prevent the crust from sticking. 
  • Don’t skip the pre-bake. If you do, the crust will be slightly raw and undercooked. 
  • Swap this pizza crust for a different low-carb pizza crust, like my fathead pizza crust or cauliflower pizza crust.

Flavor ideas

  • Margherita. Finely sliced fresh mozzarella cheese and sliced tomatoes. 
  • Vegetarian. Mushrooms, peppers, onions, olives, spinach and tomatoes. 
  • BBQ chicken. Swap the tomato sauce for keto BBQ sauce and add shredded chicken, onions, and bacon. 
  • Meat lovers. Shredded ham, pepperoni, bacon, and sausage. 
  • Pepperoni. Add a thin layer of sliced pepperoni and parmesan cheese. 
  • Cheeseburger. Sharp cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, and ground beef (or taco meat).

Storage instructions

To store: Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator, covered. It will keep well for up to 1 week. 

To freeze: Place slices of the pizza in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 

Reheating: Either microwave the slices for 30 seconds, use a preheated oven (180C/350F) or even toast them up in a non-stick pan. 

low carb pizza crust.

Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in keto pizza?

Each slice of this recipe has just 2 grams of net carbs each, and the entire pizza crust has just 8 grams of carbs.

Can I substitute the almond flour for coconut flour?

Do not replace the almond flour for coconut flour. Both flours, while keto friendly, have different baking properties and will not yield the same results.

More low-carb pizza recipes to try

keto pizza.

Keto Pizza (Like Domino’s)

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Learn how to make the best keto pizza using a simple dough and makes a chewy and golden crust. No yeast and no cauliflower needed, it's ready in 20 minutes! Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Servings: 8 servings
Prep: 2 minutes
Cook: 18 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the almond flour ensuring there are no clumps. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese and microwave in 20-second spurts until mostly melted. Whisk the cheeses together, then add the almond flour, then the eggs. Mix together until a sticky dough remains.
  • On a flat surface, place a large piece of parchment paper. Transfer the pizza dough on top of it. Place a second piece of parchment paper over it. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough until a half inch in thickness. Remove the top piece of parchment paper and use your hands to shape the dough into a pizza shape and smooth out the crust.
  • Place the pizza dough onto the pizza pan and bake for 12 minutes, until firm.
  • Remove the crust from the oven. Top with the pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings. Lightly brush the sides with olive oil and place back in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden around the edges and the cheese has melted.
  • Remove the pizza from the oven and slice and serve.

Notes

TO STORE: Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator, covered. It will keep well for up to 1 week. 
TO FREEZE: Place slices of the pizza in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 
REHEATING: Either microwave the slices for 30 seconds, use a preheated oven (180C/350F) or even toast them up in a non-stick pan. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 17gSodium: 254mgPotassium: 23mgFiber: 4gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 2mgNET CARBS: 2g
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
Tried this recipe?Give us a shout at @thebigmansworld or tag #thebigmansworld!

Originally updated May 2022, updated and republished July 2024

Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    I used your recipe with my own special flair. I mixed in a little bit of baking powder plus garlic powder and Italian seasoning to the crust.I rolled out a rectangular pizza. Cooked it for 6 mins then flipped it coking it another 6 mins before adding the toppings. Came out super yummy!

  2. 5 stars
    This recipe is soooo good. Best keto and gluten free crust I’ve had yet! I used an egg substitute in place of chicken eggs too. Highly recommend!

  3. This was really good pizza – almost seemed like “normal” crust. The only issue I had was that the dough stuck to both sides of the parchment paper, and I had to use a fork to scoop it off and put it in the pan to bake it. Not sure what I did wrong – I halved the recipe since I was just making it for me, but the dough was so goopy it really stuck to the paper. I think next time I will just plop it into the pan and flatten it with a glass. But it was delicious, thanks for this recipe!

  4. 5 stars
    I was skeptical that this would turn out like “normal ” pizza crust, but you’ve never steered me wrong, so I tried it. It was so delicious, with a properly chewy text, and best of all no bloated feeling afterward from an excess of gluten. I think I prefer this to “real” pizza!

  5. 5 stars
    I am a 68 year old Gramma who has for many years been a low carb/keto eater.
    I absolutely love this Pizza recipe, and now it is my go recipe to for pizza and movie night. The crust is amazing.
    I subscribed to receive your emails of new recipes and have tried many. They are easy to follow, and I really like the tips I find in them.
    Just wanted you, and others to know that, although my finished attempts at all of your recipes I’ve tried may not look as good as the great pictures of your finished recipes when I’m done, (but maybe with practise), I’ve enjoyed many of your recipes and will continue, with no doubt, to do so.
    Thank you so much Arman.

  6. Cherri Fellows…what are you watching your cholesterol for? You need cholesterol…whole eggs are perfectly fine to eat…If you need more information regarding keto have a look at the writings of Prof. Tim Noakes, Tim Rice, Belinda Fettke, They all advocate eggs as a perfect protein

  7. 5 stars
    Excellent recipe. I’ve tried several other types and was disappointed by them.
    Your’s was absolutely amazing in all areas. Preparation, looks and taste.
    Thanks for sharing and I look forward to other recipes by you. I’ve been a happy subscriber for awhile!
    Take care and be safe 🤗

  8. 5 stars
    Absolutely delicious! The taste was so pizza-like that my picky husband did not know it was not regular crust. The sauce did not soak in and make the crust mushy. It was golden brown and crispy on the bottom with a slightly chewy that Mr. Picky loved. Great job Arman with another winner.

  9. 5 stars
    Super quick and easy and tastes just like a regular pizza! I was surprised that the dough was mostly cheese but I couldn’t tell the difference, the texture and taste is spot on. I will definitely be making this a lot, thank you for sharing!

  10. 5 stars
    Made it for the first time tonight – super easy and super tasty! Crust stayed moist without being spongey like other recipes I’ve tried. Will definitely be making again.