The Best Almond Flour Pizza Crust Recipe (Low Carb, Keto)

Craving pizza but without all the carbs? With this easy almond flour pizza crust recipe, you can enjoy fresh homemade pizza that's low-carb and keto friendly.

Article Index

• Why you'll love it
• Ingredients
• Tips
• Instructions
• ️ Serving suggestions
• FAQs
• Related recipes
• Recipe

Are you looking for any easy way to cut carbs on pizza night with your family and friends? If so, you have many options available to you.

A popular option on the keto diet is a fathead pizza dough made with a mixture of almond and coconut flour along with grated mozzarella cheese. But some folks prefer a crust made with only almond flour.

That's why I came up with this recipe. It results in a thin and crispy crust unlike most Fathead dough styles. There's also no need for mozzarella cheese!

Why you'll love it

The best part of eating a pizza is the crust. You can get your favorite toppings and cheese on top, but if the base isn't good, you won't be satisfied.

This is where thin and crispy almond flour pizza crust comes in. Almond flour is healthier than traditional white flour and doesn't contain any gluten. That’s why this gluten-free pizza crust recipe is a great for people who suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

It's easy to make and you can save time and money by making it at home. This option is also healthier than traditional pizza crust so you can enjoy that pizza taste without the guilt.

Ingredients

To make the almond flour crust dough, you'll need some simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

Almond flour

The key ingredient for this keto pizza crust is almond flour. However, if you want to make it nut-free, sunflower seed flour or sesame seed flour should work too.

Parmesan cheese

I find that the addition of parmesan cheese gives the dough a yeast-like flavor. If you want a dairy-free crust, you can use nutritional yeast instead of the cheese.

Psyllium husk

I find that psyllium gives low-carb breads a texture more like gluten. Flax meal can do the same thing if you can't find psyllium husks.

Baking powder

Adding a little bit of baking powder will help your crust be a bit more airy and light. Otherwise, it may not rise as much.

Eggs

You'll need a couple eggs as a binder to hold everything together.

Spices

Traditional Italian seasonings like oregano, basil, and garlic powder add flavor to the rather bland taste of the almond flour.

Note: You'll find the full list of ingredients, including amounts used, in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Tips

• Adjust the crust thickness. The thinner you roll the crust, the crispier it will be. It also cooks faster than a thicker crust. Keep it thicker if you like the softness inside.
• Change the toppings. Experiment with different sauces and add ons. A garlic white sauce is a nice change from traditional red sauce. You can even try difference cheese like gorgonzola or blue cheese.
• Use different herbs and spices in the dough to vary the flavor.

Instructions

Ready to make the crust for a keto pizza? Just follow these simple steps!

Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, stir together all your dry ingredients until well combined. Set aside.

Combine wet ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the eggs, water, and olive oil.

Combine dry and wet ingredients

Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough is formed.

Form the crust

Use your hands to form the dough into a ball. Then flatten it between two pieces of parchment paper and press it out into a large flat circle using a rolling pin.

Transfer to a pizza pan or baking sheet and remove the top sheet of paper. Personally, I like to use a pizza stone because it makes the crust extra crisp.

Bake

Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until the crust is browned. Cool slightly, for 10 to 15 minutes.

Create the pizza

Flip the crust onto the pizza pan and remove the parchment paper. 

Add the sauce and your favorite pizza toppings. Place under oven broiler until it's the cheese is melted and has started to brown.

Alternatively, you can bake in a 425° oven and cook an additional 5-10 minutes or until toppings have cooked to your liking.

️ Serving suggestions

To serve, cut the pizza into eight equal pizza slices. At just 3 grams net carbs for each slice of crust, you should be able to have two slices as long as you keep the topping carbs to a minimum.

You can also experiment with different toppings and have a new pizza every time.

This crust can also be used for a dessert pizza. Just omit the Italian seasoning and add a touch of sweetness with one of the many keto-friendly sugar-substitutes.

Pizza also goes well with low-carb salads and keto soups.

FAQs

Related recipes

Enjoy this simple keto pizza recipe. If you like this recipe, you may want to try one of these recipes next.

• Coconut flour pizza crust is a great low-carb option for those who can't eat nuts.
• Keto cauliflower pizza crust is a delicious gluten-free alternative to wheat flour based crusts.
• Meatza pizza uses a meat based crust similar to meatloaf.
• Chicken crust pizza is a meat crust that's made with ground chicken.
• Fat head pizza dough is usually made with eggs, but this version isn't!

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Recipe

First published on January 7, 2019. Updated on January 30, 2022, with additional recipe information and new images.