Gluten Free Pizza Crust

Create the perfect base for your favorite pizza toppings with this easy and foolproof Gluten Free Pizza Crust recipe! Made with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for improved elasticity, this crust is delightfully crispy on the outside while staying soft and chewy inside. Requiring only 45 minutes of total prep time, including a quick rise, this recipe is ideal for making a homemade pizza that everyone can enjoy. The dough is easy to handle, thanks to a mix of olive oil and warm water, and bakes to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Whether you're topping it with classic marinara and mozzarella or loading it with fresh vegetables and specialty sauces, this customizable crust is the ultimate gluten-free solution for pizza night! Perfectly textured, rich in flavor, and naturally gluten-free, this crust guarantees pizza perfection every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Ensure there are no clumps.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the foamy yeast mixture, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until it begins to set and lightly brown.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing, then serve and enjoy your homemade gluten-free pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	543.2 grams (543.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1208

Total Fat 31.20g	40%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2819mg	123%
Total Carbohydrate 228.60g	83%
Dietary Fiber 7.20g	26%
Total Sugars 13.30g
Protein 8.50g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 27mg	2%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 147mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.8%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 74.4%