Introduction

Enjoy a delicious homemade gluten-free pizza crust that’s crispy on the outside and tender inside. This recipe is perfect for anyone avoiding gluten but still craving a classic pizza experience. It offers a versatile base ready for your favorite toppings.

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups warm purified water
2 teaspoons active dry yeast (* see note)
1 teaspoon cane sugar (or honey)
3 1/2 cups gluten free flour blend (* see note)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 1/4 cups pizza sauce (* see note)

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine warm purified water and cane sugar. Add active dry yeast and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams up. (Use filtered water to avoid chlorine, which can kill yeast.)
Step 2: In a stand mixer, whisk the foamy yeast mixture with eggs and olive oil until blended.
Step 3: Attach the paddle attachment. Add salt and parmesan cheese (if using), then gradually add the gluten free flour blend. Mix on low speed and continue mixing the dough for 2 more minutes.
Step 4: Adjust dough moisture as needed. If too wet, add flour bit by bit; if too dry, add water gradually. The dough should be soft but not overly wet.
Step 5: Remove dough and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Shape it into your desired crust size(s) before rising, as gluten-free dough only rises once.
Step 6: For grilling, make personal-sized crusts as larger ones do not hold up well on the grill.
Step 7: Cover the unbaked crust(s) with plastic wrap and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
Step 8: Remove plastic wrap carefully before cooking.
Step 9 (Grilling): Preheat grill to 425ºF. Place dough on grill, close lid, and cook for 3-5 minutes.
Step 10: Open grill lid, add pizza sauce, mozzarella, and your favorite toppings.
Step 11: Grill until cheese melts and crust is cooked, checking bottom periodically to avoid burning.
Step 12 (Oven): Preheat oven to 425ºF. Heat a pizza stone if available, or use a baking sheet.
Step 13: Place crust on stone or baking sheet, add sauce, cheese, and toppings.
Step 14: Bake for 12-15 minutes depending on crust thickness, until cheese is melted and crust is cooked through.

Tips & Variations

Use filtered or purified water to ensure active yeast and better rise.
Adjust dough moisture carefully—gluten-free flours absorb liquid differently depending on brand.
For a dairy-free version, omit parmesan and mozzarella cheeses or substitute with vegan alternatives.
Try adding herbs like oregano or basil to the dough for extra flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover baked pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place slices in a preheated oven at 350ºF for 5-7 minutes to keep the crust crisp. The uncooked dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before rising and baking.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular water instead of purified water?

Regular tap water often contains chlorine, which can inhibit yeast activity. It’s best to use filtered or purified water to ensure your dough rises properly.

Can I make this pizza crust without eggs?

Eggs provide structure and moisture in this recipe. For an egg-free version, you can try using flax eggs or commercial egg replacers, but the texture may differ.

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This gluten-free pizza crust base recipe offers a delicious and easy way to enjoy homemade pizza without gluten. Featuring a blend of gluten-free flour, eggs, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, the dough is prepared with active dry yeast for a perfect rise. Suitable for both grilling and oven baking, this versatile crust yields a crispy, flavorful foundation to pile on your favorite pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and toppings.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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For the Dough

1 1/4 cup warm purified water
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon cane sugar (or honey)
3 1/2 cups gluten free flour blend
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup olive oil

For the Pizza

1 1/4 cups pizza sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese
Favorite toppings (optional)

Instructions

Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine the warm purified water with cane sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer, add the foamy yeast mixture, eggs, and olive oil. Whisk together to blend the ingredients evenly.
Add Dry Ingredients & Mix Dough: Attach the paddle attachment to the mixer. Add salt and grated parmesan cheese. Gradually incorporate the gluten-free flour blend while mixing on low speed. Continue mixing for an additional 2 minutes to develop the dough.
Adjust Dough Consistency: Gluten-free flours vary in absorption, so adjust moisture as needed. If the dough is wet, add a bit more flour; if dry, add water until the dough is soft but not sticky, ensuring it has room to rise.
Shape the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet and shape it into desired individual or large pizza crusts. Gluten-free dough only rises once, so shaping before rising is recommended.
Let Dough Rise: Cover the shaped crust(s) with plastic wrap and allow to rise for 30-45 minutes in a warm place.
Preheat Grill or Oven: For grilling, preheat grill to 425º F. For oven baking, preheat oven to 425º F and heat a pizza stone if using.
Grill the Dough (if grilling): Place the dough directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and cook for 3-5 minutes until the crust begins to set.
Add Toppings (Grilling): Open the grill lid and spread pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and any favorite toppings over the crust.
Finish Grilling: Close the grill lid and cook until the cheese melts and the crust looks fully cooked. Check the bottom periodically to avoid burning.
Bake the Pizza (if using oven): Place the shaped crust on the pizza stone or baking sheet. Add sauce, cheese, and toppings. Bake for 12-15 minutes depending on crust thickness until cheese is melted and crust is golden.

Notes

Use purified or filtered water for activating yeast, as chlorine can inhibit its activity.
Adjust the dough moisture carefully since gluten-free flour blends vary; the dough should be soft but not too wet or dry.
If grilling, shape pizzas as personal-sized crusts as larger crusts can be difficult to handle on the grill.
Using a pizza stone in the oven is optional but can help achieve a crisper crust.
This recipe yields 8 servings and can be customized with your favorite pizza toppings.

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