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Protein-Packed Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipe

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Homemade Pizza Crust

I decided to try making my own gluten free pizza crust recently to create a cleaner crust that is more protein oriented. Here you have it! This crust uses chickpea and almond flour as a base so it contains a great deal of protein. One recipe contains about 44 grams of protein. Give it a shot – this crust is easier to make than you may think!

Endless Toppings

As we know, there aren’t many toppings that don’t go well with pizza so here’s your chance to explore! You’ll have a great, protein-packed base with this crust, you just need to decide on toppings. When I’m lacking inspiration for toppings, I often like to look up the menu of my local pizza places for some ideas. When I made this crust, I used the toppings of basil, minced garlic, zucchini, eggplant, tomato, and my vegan ricotta. So get creative and play with it!

What Equipment Do I Need?

  • Measuring Cups/Spoons
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat
  • Large Mixing Bowl & Spoon

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • Chickpea Flour
  • Almond Flour
  • Xanthan Gum
  • Baking Powder
  • Salt
  • Warm Water

For Cooking

  • Cornmeal
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Substitutions

There are no substitutions I would recommend for this recipe.

Recipe

Protein Pizza Crust

This crust is easy to make and made from almond and chickpea flour – therefore, it packs quite a protein punch! One crust recipe contains 44 grams of protein.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Servings 1 pizza

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 1/4 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 3 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm water

For Cooking

  • 2 tbsp cornmeal
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine the chickpea flour, almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add the warm water 1/4 cup at a time, mixing after each addition.
  • Form the dough into a ball and refrigerate 15 minutes to set.
  • Preheat the oven to 425℉. Lay down a baking sheet with parchment paper (a brand that is safe for up to 450℉) or silicone baking mat. Sprinkle the cornmeal on top.
  • Press your dough onto the baking sheet to create the pizza shape. You want it to be on the thinner side.
  • Brush the dough with olive oil. Then, bake in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and set temp to 450℉. Add the toppings to your pizza and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes.
Keyword dairy free, gluten free, pizza, pizza crust, plant based, protein, vegan

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