Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipes

One of the chief complaints of those on a No-Wheat diet is that they can no longer eat pizza. I have collected several gluten free recipes, so that I can help these folks enjoy pizza once again!

Don’t feel like making crust from scratch? Check your local health food store for pre-made gluten free crust mix.

Recipe #1
2-1/2 c rice flour
1/4 oz gluten-free quick-rise yeast
1 t salt
1/2 t xanthan gum
3 T olive oil
1-1/2 c warm water; divided (120-130 degrees)
1 T honey

Preheat oven to 450-500°F.

Add all dry ingredients together and combine well. Stir in liquids while mixing. A stiff dough should form. Knead dough in bowl 5 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.

Press dough onto a pizza pan drizzled with olive oil. Top with your favorite toppings, using a dairy free cheese substitute if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes.

If needed, bake a few more minutes til crust turns nice and crispy.

Recipe #2
2/3 c bean flour
1/2 c tapioca flour
2 T dry milk powder or non-dairy creamer
1 t gluten-free yeast
3 t xanthan gum
3/4 t salt
2/3 c warm water
1/2 t sugar
1 tvegetable oil
1 t vinegar

Preheat oven to 450-500°F.

Add all dry ingredients together and combine well. Stir in liquids while mixing. A stiff dough should form. Knead dough in bowl 5 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.

Press dough onto a pizza pan drizzled with olive oil. Top with your favorite toppings, using a dairy free cheese substitute if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes.

If needed, bake a few more minutes til crust turns nice and crispy.

Recipe #3
1 envelope gluten-free instant dry yeast
3/4 c warm water or soy milk (about 110°F)
1/2 t honey
2/3 c brown rice flour
1/2 c tapioca flour
1 T cornstarch
1 T xanthan gum
1/2 t salt
1/4 t garlic powder (optional)
1/4 c olive oil
1 t apple cider vinegar

Preheat oven to 450-500°F.

Dissolve yeast in a small bowl with milk and honey. Set aside. Sift together brown rice flour, tapioca flour, cornstarch, xanthan gum, salt and garlic.

Whisk olive oil and vinegar together. Add to dry mixture; mix. Add milk and yeast. Mix well. The dough should be soft and pliable. Turn onto a floured work surface (use rice flour) and knead gently for about a minute.

Press dough onto a pizza pan drizzled with olive oil. Top with your favorite toppings, using a dairy free cheese substitute if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes.

If needed, bake a few more minutes til crust turns nice and crispy.

Recipe #4
1 T dry yeast
2/3 c brown rice flour
1/2 c tapioca flour
2 T powdered milk or non-dairy powdered coffee creamer
2 t xanthan gum
1/2 t salt
1 t unflavored gelatin
2/3 c water
1/2 t sugar or honey
1 t of olive oil
1 t cider vinegar

Preheat oven to 450-500°F.

Add all dry ingredients together and combine well. Stir in liquids while mixing. A stiff dough should form. Knead dough in bowl 5 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.

Press dough onto a pizza pan drizzled with olive oil. Top with your favorite toppings, using a dairy free cheese substitute if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes.

If needed, bake a few more minutes til crust turns nice and crispy.

Other alternatives for a “crust” would be brown or white rice, potatoes and gluten free pastas.

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