Gluten Free Pizza Recipe
A delicious pizza made with gluten-free crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Toppings
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free pizza flour blend, xanthan gum, and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead Dough
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface (using gluten-free flour) for about 5 minutes until smooth. If the dough is sticky, add a bit more flour as needed.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30-40 minutes or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
- 7
Shape the Crust
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a gluten-free floured surface. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out crust to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Add pepperoni slices and bell peppers as desired.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
