Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

Name: Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 10 ounce bags riced cauliflower (thawed, about 5 cups); 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely grated); 1 egg (lightly beaten); 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup pizza sauce; 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded); Pepperoni slices; Fresh basil (optional)

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This cauliflower pizza crust recipe is a good option when you want something a little lighter on pizza night but still want all the flavors of traditional pizza. It’s simple to make, holds together well, and works with just about any toppings you like.

Cauliflower pizza crust on a round cutting board.

Friday night is pizza night at our house, and we love making homemade pizza. I usually make a whole wheat pizza crust for the kids, but my husband and I will often make a cauliflower pizza crust for ourselves.

Sometimes we also make sourdough discard focaccia pizza, or sourdough focaccia pizza bianca for variety.

Cauliflower pizza crust is a great low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza crust.

If you enjoy simple meals like this, you’ll also enjoy one-pan chicken and veggies, easy cashew chicken, or simple chicken stir-fry with vegetables. They all use basic ingredients and make great weeknight meals.

Why You’ll Love This Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

Low-carb option: Cauliflower crust pizza is a lighter alternative to traditional pizza crust. Perfect for keto diets or those wants to cut carbs. The low carb crust bakes up golden around the edges, and the parmesan and seasonings give it plenty of flavor on their own.
Gluten-free: Made without flour or traditional dough. The main ingredient is cauliflower. If you use pre-riced cauliflower, it makes the whole process so much easier.
Easy to customize: Add your favorite toppings and sauces.

Ingredients

Find the full list of ingredients, amounts, and instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Cauliflower: Use frozen riced cauliflower for quick and easy preparation. If you are ricing fresh cauliflower, you will need about 5 cups for this recipe.
Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese gives the crust a nutty, salty flavor. Parmesan also helps with holding the crust together when baked.
Egg: One eggs gives the crust stability and helps hold the ingredients together.
Garlic Powder: Garlic powder gives the crust a slight garlic flavor, if using fresh garlic, substitute 3-4 cloves, finely minced.
Italian Seasoning: Italian seasoning gives the crust added flavor.
Salt and Pepper: Salt and pepper season and balance the crust.
Pizza Sauce: Use a light amount of sauce to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
Toppings: Top crust with your favorite pizza toppings

How to Make Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe

Here are the step-by-step instructions for making this easy Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet, cookie sheet, or pizza pan with parchment paper.

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Step 2: Add the riced cauliflower to a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring often.

Step 3: Transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 4: Place the cauliflower into cheesecloth, paper towels, or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess water as possible.

Step 5: Add the drained cauliflower to a clean bowl. Stir in the parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.

Step 6: Spread the cauliflower mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and press into a 12-inch round about ¼-inch thick.

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Step 7: Bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown around the edges.

Step 8: Remove the crust from the oven and top with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and desired toppings.

Cauliflower pizza crust after removing from the oven.

Step 9: Return to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Step 10: Slice and serve warm.

Cauliflower pizza crust after baking with a salad next to it.

Tips for Success

Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the cauliflower for the best texture.
Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Don’t overload with sauce or the crust can become soggy.
Bake until golden brown before adding toppings.

How to Store

Store leftover cauliflower pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheat in a 400-degree (F) oven, air fryer, or microwave until heated through. For a crispier crust, the oven or air fryer works best.

How to Freeze

Cauliflower pizza crust can be frozen after baking. Allow the plain baked crust to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Place crust in the freezer on a baking sheet. Allow crust to freeze for 2-3 hours. Remove frozen crust, wrap tightly with 2-3 layers of plastic wrap. Return crust to the freezer for up to 3 months.

To bake, unwrap crust, place on baking sheet, allow crust to thaw at room temperature for one hour, top with desired toppings and bake for 12-15 minutes. To bake from frozen, reduce the temperature to 375, top with desired toppings, add an additional 8-10 minutes to cooking time.