Gluten Free Pizza Crust
Say goodbye to compromising on taste with this incredibly easy and flavorful Gluten Free Pizza Crust recipe, perfect for those avoiding gluten without sacrificing classic pizza bliss. This homemade crust comes together in under an hour and uses simple pantry staples like gluten-free all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil for a perfectly tender and chewy texture. Enhanced with the subtle tang of apple cider vinegar and a touch of sweetness from sugar, this crust delivers on both texture and taste. Whether you’re baking on a pizza stone or a lined sheet, this versatile dough bakes beautifully to create a crispy yet satisfying base for all your favorite toppings. Ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this gluten-free pizza crust will convince everyone at the table that gluten-free cuisine can be utterly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Start by combining the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar in a small bowl. Stir gently and allow the mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating that the yeast is active.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Ensure there are no clumps.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the foamy yeast mixture, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar.
Mix everything together using a spatula or a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms. The dough should be moist and slightly sticky but still manageable.
Cover the mixing bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rest in a warm place for about 20-30 minutes. This step allows the dough to rise slightly and improves the texture of the crust.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
Once the dough has rested, place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly oil your hands with olive oil to prevent sticking, then gently spread and shape the dough into a round pizza crust, about 12 inches in diameter.
If the dough sticks, slightly oil your hands again to make handling easier. Make sure the edges are slightly thicker than the center for a classic pizza crust shape.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until it begins to set and lightly brown.
Remove the crust from the oven, add your desired pizza toppings, and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust edges are golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing, then serve and enjoy your homemade gluten-free pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2819 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
