This Paleo Coconut Flour Pizza Crust is the best crust I have had. Super easy, delicious, and sturdy enough to pick up with your hands!
My mom came to visit for the weekend and we had a great time. We did lots of baking and one thing I knew we had to make was pizza. I get my love of pizza from her and we usually make it whenever we're together- this time was a little different though- it was completely paleo. She doesn't eat paleo so I wasn't sure how she would feel about it, but she loved it! I was pleasantly surprised.
I perfected my dough recipe before she got here. I have tried many paleo pizza crusts and they totally disappoint. They are either too time consuming, too high carb, or too delicate. I wanted something simple, hand-held, dairy free, and delicious. After a few trial and errors I had the idea of adding gelatin as a binder and it totally worked!! It holds it together perfectly, has the best texture, and is so easy! I am so excited to share this recipe because I truly believe it is the best one! I actually have this version and an almond flour version I'll be sharing- they are similar, but too different to combine in one post.
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This dough comes together to form a perfect ball- I love that about it! It is so easy to work with. Also, my mom is an amazing hand model!
Pat the dough out on a parchment paper lined sheet tray. Try to make it the same thickness in all the areas so it cooks evenly- about ¼ inch is what I like.
Bake it for 20 minutes, then take it out and flip it over. Bake for 10 more minutes then top with sauce and topping and bake for 5-10 more minutes.
My favorite toppings are fresh tomatoes and banana peppers. So delicious!!
And look at that! Picked up and eaten with MY HANDS!! Ok, they're my moms hands, but still! No forks required. I should point out that this is a personal size pizza. I like to make one per person, that way everyone can put on the toppings they like.
You will love this paleo coconut flour pizza crust because it is so quick, so delicious, and it's PIZZA!! Here are some more pizza inspired recipes:
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Paleo Coconut Flour Pizza Crust
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup flax meal
- 1 egg
- ½ cup almond milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon grass-fed gelatin
- onion and garlic powder to taste optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine all ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Shape into a ball and press out onto the parchment paper to about ¼ inch thick. Make it as even as possible so it cooks evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes, remove from the oven and flip, bake for 10 more minutes.
- Top with sauce and desired toppings and bake for 5-10 more minutes.
Nutrition Information
mp says
If i didn't add the Flax would this still work out? What could I substitute?
Jessica DeMay says
You could try using almond flour in it's place, but I can't guarantee it will work. I tried many versions until I came up with this combination that works perfect. I hope you try it!
Kim says
I might have missed but where is the nutritional info for the crust?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Kim- I don't post nutritional information. You can use a site like My Fitness Pal if you want to figure it out. Hope you try it!
Leah says
Do I add water to the gelatin before mixing it with everything else?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Leah! No, you just mix it in dry. I hope you try this crust- you will love it!
Felesha says
Looks yummy, Jay! I can't wait to try it! I'm glad you had a ball with your momma! ?
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks so much Felesha!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Sounds like you had a great time with your Mom Jessica! Pizza is a favorite of mine, so I am curious about the Paleo crust. On my list! Thanks for sharing!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mary Ann! We had a nice time!
Vicki says
Could you use almond milk in place of cashew milk?
Jessica DeMay says
Yes- of course!