Title: Gourmet Keto Fathead Pizza – A Culinary Triumph in Low-Carb Delight

Introduction: Embark on a gastronomic journey with our Keto Fathead Pizza, a tantalizing creation that redefines low-carb indulgence. This pizza is a testament to the ingenuity of the ketogenic lifestyle, offering a sumptuous crust alternative that captures the essence of traditional pizza without compromising on flavor. Join us as we meticulously craft this culinary masterpiece, ensuring a seamless blend of taste, texture, and nutrition.

Ingredients: Prepare to elevate your keto experience with the following meticulously chosen ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 1 1/4 cups almond flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

For the Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup sugar-free tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (additional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni or your preferred toppings
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Crafting the Crust Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Melt the cheeses in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until a smooth mixture forms. Add almond flour, egg, baking powder, dried oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency is achieved.

Step 2: Dough Formation Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a circle or rectangle, depending on your preference. Aim for about 1/4-inch thickness for a perfect crust. Remove the top parchment paper.

Step 3: Baking Brilliance Transfer the crust, still on the parchment paper, to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.

Step 4: Sauce Elegance While the crust bakes, spread a layer of sugar-free tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a slight border around the edges. This ensures a saucy surprise in every bite.

Step 5: Cheese Extravaganza Sprinkle an additional layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, creating a luscious and melty foundation for your toppings.

Step 6: Artful Arrangement Top your pizza with sliced pepperoni or any keto-friendly toppings of your choice. Get creative with combinations that suit your taste preferences.

Step 7: Return to Perfection Place the topped pizza back in the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 8: Garnish Grandeur Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of herbaceous aroma and visual appeal.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1½ cups (6 oz.) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • ¾ cup (3 oz.) almond flour
  • 1 tsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • olive oil, to grease your hands

Topping

  • 8 oz. fresh Italian sausage
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup unsweetened tomato sauce
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1½ cups (6 oz.) mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat mozzarella and cream cheese in a non-stick pan over medium heat or in a bowl in the microwave oven. Stir until they melt together. Add the other ingredients and mix well. Tip: use a hand mixer with dough hooks.
  • Moisten your hands with olive oil and flatten the dough on parchment paper, making a circle about 8″ (20 cm) in diameter. You can also use a rolling pin to flatten the dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
  • Remove the top parchment sheet (if used). Prick the crust with a fork (all over) and bake in the oven for 10–15 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven.
  • While the crust is baking, sautée the ground sausage meat in olive oil or butter.
  • Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the crust. Top the pizza with meat and plenty of cheese. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  • Sprinkle with oregano and enjoy!

Servings

The nutritional information is based on 4 servings per pizza.

The recipe has been updated after the video was made, that’s why the carb count is different from the recipe that is correct.

Even if you usually wouldn’t eat a pizza with a salad it adds a pleasant freshness and vitamins to the meal.

Recommended special equipment

Hand mixer with dough hooks and a rolling pin.

The best keto pizza toppings

Here we’ve used sausage meat like in the original recipe, but feel free to put whatever you like on it. Instead of sausage, you can use pepperoni, salami, or cooked bacon. If you have any chicken, pork, or beef leftovers in the fridge, they usually make great pizza toppings.

If you don’t want meat and can eat a bit higher carb, we suggest peppers, olives, artichokes or fresh tomatoes and herbs. You can also add different kinds of cheese on tops such as feta cheese, blue cheese, or even brie.

Storing Fathead Pizza

Make extra crusts and store them for 2-3 days in the fridge or in the freezer for up to 2 months. The pizza reheats great in the microwave so if you get leftovers, and you probably will cause this is very rich, enjoy them in the next day’s lunch box.

Tips for using keto pizza crusts!

This dough is so versatile! Use it as a pizza crust like in this recipe or make it into a lovely homemade garlic focaccia – simply drench with garlic butter and bake