Fathead pizza is all the rage among keto and low carb dieters. This pizza crust is a gluten free version that fits low carb, high fat macros perfectly. The secret is in the cheese! An easy fathead recipe worth trying. A delicious and easy fathead pizza crust.
Keto Pizza Crust
Fathead Recipe Note- Recipe makes an individual pizza of 2 servings (Hand in picture for size reference, I had a lot of questions about that so I figured it was easier to just mention it!)
Most fathead recipes are for a large size pizza. This is meant to be a meal plan/prep size. Below you will see the doubled recipe for a normal 12" pizza.
Another note- I use a touch more cream cheese in this recipe for moisture since I also use this like a flatbread. Your dough will be sticky and not necessarily easy to roll out. See below recipe card for what to do if your dough is sticky.
REFRIGERATE the dough for about 10 minutes, Place a piece of plastic wrap over it and pat or roll it out. Much easier!
If you follow the keto way of eating or just eat low carb, this is a MUST to have in your recipe arsenal. My recipe makes 2 servings and is super quick and easy.
With only 2net carbs per serving compared to 18 you can not go wrong!
Our fahead pizza dough recipe is so simple. We do suggest using blanched almond flour to get a nice white, soft and pliable fathead pizza dough. Using almond meal gives it a more brown, dense look and feel.
Low Carb Pizza Crust
Fathead Pizza Dough
(full recipe card below)
Fathead Recipe
Ingredients for
- 2oz cream cheese
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅓ cup almond flour
Ingredients for 12" Pizza:
- 6oz cream cheese
- 1 ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup almond flour
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°
In a small bowl, add cream cheese and mozzarella. Microwave on high for 20 seconds at a time until melted.
Add remaining ingredients to the melted cheese.
Mix as well as you can. It does get a tad bit odd here because mozzarella turns to a big glob when melted. It is ok, it will work together.
Grease a pizza pan, spread dough out into a ½" thick circle.
Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.
Top with your favorite toppings or try our Grilled Chicken Keto Pizza! It is delicious.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED RECIPE QUESTIONS BELOW
What to Do If Fathead Dough is Too Sticky
As I mentioned in the recipe, sometimes the dough gets a little tricky when you go to mix in the remainder of the cheese. The mozzarella will become more of a glob and you think you messed it up. But trust me, this is normal and it will come together.
If your dough solidifies too fast you might have to heat it up more to finish being able to work it out. Or add a little bit of oil to your hands so that if you go to work over the dough it doesn't stick to your hands so much.
Once you learn how to use fathead dough it will become more natural the process of making it.
What Pizza Sauces are Keto Friendly
The thing is when you are making your own or buying you got to read the labels. Just look for a sauce that has no added sugar. You can reach for a pizza sauce or even marinara. Either work, and both are a tasty option.
What Does Fathead Pizza Taste Like
I get asked a lot does fathead pizza taste like regular pizza. The answer is yes, and no. It is close to regular pizza but yes, of course, you will notice a slight difference in taste and texture. For me, I love pizza and if this fathead recipe allows me to curb those cravings in a healthier way, you bet I will take the opportunity to make this pizza.
Give it a try yourself and see how you like it.
Favorite Pizza Toppings for Fathead Pizza
- Meat - Chicken, sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon
- Veggies - Mushrooms, peppers, olives, onions, zucchini
Create whatever flavor combinations that you and your family enjoy the most. I am all about trying out new combinations to bring variety into our meals.
How to Store Leftover Pizza
Once your pizza has cooled, store in the fridge in an airtight container or sealable bag. Your pizza will last up to three days. Anything after I would suggest tossing out.
Best Way to Reheat Leftover Pizza
You have a handful of options here. Warm your pizza up in the microwave for a quick reheat. Reach for the oven and heat it up on a pan until warmed through, or try the skillet. The skillet will heat your pizza low and slow on a lower heat setting and keep that crispy crust. If you haven't tried it before you might want to!
Fathead
Use this Fathead to make our Keto Fathead Pizza- with the best ever creamy white sauce. This has been pinned over 10k times on Pinterest just in the last week!
Have you seen all the things you can do with a fathead recipe?
Here are a few, these recipes use all of the same fathead recipes...
- Blueberry Bars
- Breakfast Pizza
Yield: 2 servings
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 16 minutes
Fathead Pizza is just one thing you can make with this easy fathead recipe. Keto pizza, gluten free, low carb pizza crust!
Ingredients
- 2 oz cream cheese
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅓ cup almond flour
- CLICK PIN PHOTO FOR FULL RECIPE
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°
- In a small bowl, add cream cheese and mozzarella. Microwave on high for 20 seconds at a time until melted.
- Add remaining ingredients to the melted cheese.
- Mix as well as you can. It does get a tad bit odd here, because mozzarella turns to a big glob when melted. It is ok, it will work together.
- Grease a pizza pan, spread dough out into a ½″ thick circle.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.
- Top with your favorite toppings or try our White Keto Pizza ! It is delicious.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 320
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Melissa
Owner & Lead Recipe Developer for It's Simple! since 2015, where you will find our best Family Favorites & Keto Low Carb Dishes with Helpful Cooking Tips & Hints in each post. Many Thanks for Stopping By, Enjoy!
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