Gluten-Free Protein Pizza Recipe
This Gluten-Free Protein Pizza features a homemade crust made with gluten-free flour and Greek yogurt for a high-protein, delicious base. Topped with classic pizza sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, this easy-to-make pizza offers a simple, wholesome meal perfect for pizza lovers looking for a gluten-free option.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch pizza (serves 2-3) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Pizza Dough
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour – or regular all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Toppings
- 2/3 cup pizza sauce – or more if needed
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and position one of the racks in the center. Prepare a pizza pan or baking sheet by spraying it with olive oil spray or non-stick cooking spray, then set it aside.
- Make self-rising flour mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning thoroughly.
- Form the dough: Add the plain Greek yogurt to the flour mixture. Using a fork or rubber spatula, mix until combined, then knead the dough with your hands for 2-3 minutes until you form a smooth dough ball. If the dough feels sticky, sprinkle additional flour on the dough and your hands to manage stickiness.
- Shape and prebake the crust: Transfer the dough onto the prepared pizza pan or baking sheet. Use your hands to press and spread it into a pizza shape, starting from the center and working outwards to form a flat, even base. Bake this crust in the preheated oven for 5 minutes to set.
- Add toppings and bake: Remove the par-baked crust from the oven. Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the crust, leaving about a 3/4 inch border around the edges. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 15-17 minutes until the crust turns golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Once baked, let the pizza cool for 5 minutes to allow the crust to set properly. Slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, you can prebake the dough for an additional 2 minutes before adding toppings.
- Use gluten-free all-purpose flour to ensure the recipe is safe for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- If the dough is too sticky, add more flour incrementally to make it easier to handle.
- Feel free to add other toppings like vegetables or pepperoni to customize your pizza.
- This pizza is best enjoyed fresh but will keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Gluten-Free Pizza, Protein Pizza, Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough, Healthy Pizza, Easy Homemade Pizza, Gluten-Free Recipe