Several months ago, I returned to this gluten free pizza crust recipe, hoping to improve it even more. It was pretty decent already, as compared to other gluten free pizza crusts I have tried.
I have made a few variations recently, and am happy with this recipe.
I like a crispy pizza crust, and I like it to be flavorful.
This recipe is both.
As part of our Oscar festivities yesterday, we made pizza. This one in the photos is half mushroom artichoke, half mushroom jalapeno. The whole pie is covered in my basil marinara and melty dairy free cheddar.
The dough comes together quickly, rises and bakes a bit, then is topped and back in the oven to finish cooking.
...and then it disappears just as quickly.
gluten free pizza crust
adapted from blackened cauliflower and kalamata pizza
dairy, egg, soy and gluten free, vegan
1 ½ cups gluten free all purpose flour
½ cup tapioca flour
1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon xanthan gum
1 packet instant yeast*
¾ cup warm water (under 110 degrees)
2 tablespoons olive oil + extra for kneading/shaping
In large mixing bowl or bowl of stand mixer, combine flours, baking powder, xanthan gum, and yeast. While stirring/mixing, pour warm water and olive oil over dry ingredients, mix until combined.
*Alternatively, an active dry yeast can be (proofed) and used - follow these instructions on proofing.
With olive oil on your hands, remove dough from bowl and shape into a ball. Place in large bowl, cover with towel and let rest in a warm area, 10-15 minutes (first rise). Knead again, forming a pizza shape onto prepared baking sheet (olive oiled parchment), cover and rest in warm area (second rise).
Preheat oven to 375. Partially bake dough 10-12 minutes, remove from oven. Add toppings and return to oven, continue baking another 10-15 minutes, until toppings are warm and melty.
Did you watch the Oscars? Did your favorites win?
How do you like your pizza crust, thin and crispy or puffy doughy Chicago style?
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
Ooh, I love a crispy thin crust pizza--reminds me of the ones I grew up on. 🙂 This is totally making me crave pizza now!
Marty says
Awesome! So craving a pizza and this looks wonderful! Now to get the can't him gum. Adding crushed pineapple to ours though. Yum!
Kim - Liv Life says
I've never made or actually had a gluten free crust, but you have me positively intrigued!! I don't have all of the ingredients on hand, but I think I've seen most of them in my local market and will look even closer on my next visit!
Bianca- Vegan Crunk says
Looks delicious! I like crispy and soft....probably soft crust the best though. But honestly, as long as its vegan and its pizza, I'll love it.
Kristina Sloggett says
exactly Bianca... it's ... PIZZA! 😉
wendy says
I decided to check out this recipe because it said it was gluten free, however your first ingredient is all purpose flour which contains gluten.
Kristina Sloggett says
hi Wendy, I used a gluten free all purpose flour (Bob's Red Mill); thanks for pointing out my lack of description, I have updated the recipe to say that yes, it is gluten free ap flour.
purelytwins says
Saw some of the Oscars's did not get to see the whole thing, wished we had as we enjoy watching those events. Pizza crust looks great, it has been a long time since we have used yeast, always a hit or miss when we baked with it 😉
Kristina Sloggett says
meh, you didn't miss much with the Oscars- it wasn't the best event this year 😉
Jeanette says
This crust sounds so good - nice and crispy!
Kristina Sloggett says
it was! thanks Jeanette.
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
Oh totally pinning this one. I have all the ingredients too. While Bob's Red Mill GF pizza crust is great, I'd love to make a homemade crust for my sis.
Kristina Sloggett says
well, I used Bob's flours... it might be close? 😉
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Maybe when I finally do brave yeast, pizza will be my experiment. This looks so good!!!
Adele was my Oscar favorite. Love. Her.
Kristina Sloggett says
I love her too! incredible voice...
lindsay says
what flour did you use? BOb's? Cause i have that!! oh i wish i was at your oscar party!
Kristina Sloggett says
YES Linds, it is Bobs! (my whole pantry is Bobs, ha!)
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Bob's is the best! This looks amazing! Wish I was at your party too!
Kristina Sloggett says
MEEEE TOOOOO!!!