Bake for 40 min. I may or may not be jumping up and down with excitement right now! Cover and pulse four to six times or until crumbly and … Mine ended up very firm and I could hold my pizza. LOL! However, once again, lactose isn’t a single, always-the-same entity. 🙁 I even put all my toppings on really fast so the sauce doesn’t have much time to sink in. I recently changed my diet to no carbs. Remove crust from box, overwrap, and cardboard. (It's important that it's lined with parchment paper, or it will stick.) But moist and not like crust. I may try the vegan version next time but I loved the goat cheese in this one!! As topping I used Tomato Sauce, Kale and Cheese. I just buy a cheap box of macaroni and cheese dinner at an egg to it and spread it on a pizza pan. The Secret To PERFECT Cauliflower Pizza Crust. It was absolutely delicious. GREAT RECIPE. That being said, this recipe is pretty darn forgiving… so your crust will probably turn out, regardless! Best Cauliflower Pizza Crust for Keto [Gluten free, Low-carb] … Wow this is such a great idea and looks so good! If using fresh cauliflower, fill a large pot over medium heat with an inch of water. All Natural Uncured Turkey Pepperoni Pizza, All Natural Uncured Pepperoni & Vegetables Pizza. Oh my word – this pizza is surprisingly delicious! I’ve sent hubby to the store for some pre-made crusts 🙁. salt to taste. The texture is the driest with the soft goat cheese, though. Maybe you could try using a potato ricer. Cauliflower Steaks (That Melt in Your Mouth! Thank you for publishing this alternative! (You may have to do this in batches if you have a smaller food processor.) This recipe is great!!! I saw above you mentioned just leaving it out completely, so I might try that. I put the towel back in the strainer over the sink and twisted while I pushed down. But seriously — thank you! Pizza is done when the cheese is melted, slightly browned and the edges are golden-brown. It’s a Detoxinista weekend over here! We have to use a knife and fork every time to eat it as it just can’t be picked up. Instructions. Convenience. You can mix it any way you wish. And cheers to Doris! I topped it with roasted mushrooms, shallots, and chevre. If you start with fresh cauliflower, you’ll need to steam it until tender. The crust texture is a little “egg-ier” that way, but it still holds up. You’ll have to let me know what chocolate biccies are, and I’ll try to re-create a healthy version! Trying to give up carbs…. Megan, have you tried using a vegan cheese to hold the crust together? Awesome. I just made this pizza and it was fabulous! After I made the cauliflower “rice” and put it in the strainer, I let it sit for a long time, until it was cool enough to handle. Is there anything you think I could subsitute for the goat cheese? Wrap up the steamed rice in the dishtowel, twist it up, … Update: Many stores are also now carrying frozen pre-riced cauliflower, which will save you even more time, since you won’t have to break out the food processor, either.  I’ve made this crust using two 12-ounce or two 16-ounce bags of frozen cauliflower, so know that this recipe is relatively flexible with the cauliflower amount. I have made the pizza several ways since 2008, but it seemed the more cauliflower and the less cheese, the worse it held together. I did like the flavor with the mac nut cheese, but had a hard time getting the crust crispy. Yes, hard cheese will work well, too– the texture will be just slightly different, but still good! (Remember, there’s already some cheese baked into the crust, too!). Wrap up the steamed rice in the dishtowel, twist it up, then SQUEEZE all the excess moisture out! Wow, that’s awesome!! I’m GF and considering going vegan eventually so this is a whole new realm to me, but this crust looks so amazing. I have made this pizza two times, and each time it just gets better. Hope you find your food processor soon, and can try this version with less effort, and less loss of knuckle. Neat recipe. Reminds me a little of some of the Thrive pizza crusts however they can’t be picked up. Yup, I bought goat cheese for the first time in my life (and real cheese for the first time in at least 5 years) just for this recipe. Thank you for posting, and for the step by step photos. Oh Megan! Holy cow. I can’t wait to make this! By the time I was done squeezing, I had reduced an entire head of cauliflower down to a tight ball the size of my fist. I tried making this recipe tonight for my daughter (in a rush). Pour the completely thawed, or freshly steamed, cauliflower into a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade. I’m sure that would get ALL the extra moisture out. Absolutely delicious, I am completely sold! Cook topped pizza directly on the middle rack in the center of the oven. While it’s very possible for someone who has an allergy or intolerance to cow’s milk tolerate goat milk, that entirely depends on the sensitivity of the person, and also depends on WHICH protein the person is sensitive to. (You can save even more time by purchasing pre-riced cauliflower, either fresh or frozen. Sign us up! Cover. Here’s my original recipe: http://yourlighterside.com/recipe-the-original-cauliflower-pizza-dough-2/. LOVE this recipe! My cauliflower looks more like mashed potatoes than rice after being cooked. ½ tsp dried basil Awesome Idea! I am so glad I found your site 🙂 I made cauliflower pizza “crust” last night and…while it “tasted” good, the “texture and consistency” left something to be desired…boo. Just stumbled upon this after doing some googling. Doris and I tried subbing Agar for the egg, and it didn’t work. Thanks for posting this recipe. They taste really nice on this pizza ! The kit includes 2 cauliflower pizza crusts and 2 tomato sauce pouches. Is it possible to pulse the cauliflower too much? Put the mat on your pan form the pizza…. This is a fantastic recipe. What’s the best way to measure the cauliflower rice for accuracy? Place frozen pizza directly on middle over rack. Hope you have better luck next time! Using frozen cauliflower allows you to skip the pre-cooking of the cauliflower, and ultimately saves you time, but I’ve also included directions for starting with fresh cauliflower in the recipe below if you’d prefer to do that. wondering whether transferring to a hot stone would work? Layer crust with your favorite toppings. I want to try it but I don’t handle dairy well and my daughter is lactose intolerant. Place in oven frozen. Hungry for more? Thank you so much for sharing! 🙂. I am sitting here eating the residue with a fork for lunch — LOL. I topped it with tons of veggies and a little bit of mozzarella and I am already looking forward to eating the leftovers for lunch! I’ve had success using flax eggs with other recipes, so maybe it’s worth a shot? I had cauliflower pizza on Sunday. I tried the previous crust recipe and was underwhelmed. Plus, it’s a low-carb option if you want to be able to eat more pizza without the extra bread calories. I LOVE this idea because I am completely in love with grain-free foods….however…I can tolerate dairy of any form. Can’t wait to try this pizza, my daughter is sensitive to wheat this will be a great for her. absolutely brilliant! (I’ve never tried it myself, but I hear it melts like real cheese.). Pizza is my favorite comfort food. © 2020 CAULIPOWER | Privacy Policy | California Privacy Rights | Terms of Use. It’s definitely hard to give exact measurements when using cauliflower rice! My friend turned her pizza over to crisp it up. 😉 This really is an awesome recipe…I have been loving your site. 7g net carbs per ½ pizza; Grain free, gluten free, and keto friendly; Ready in 20 minutes Thanks again for sharing all the delights you learned from Doris! What kind of pizza sauce do you use? Slice and serve warm. Do you think it will come out more firm? Bring the water to a boil and cover the pot, steaming the cauliflower until it is very tender and can be pierced with a fork. My first attempt at a cauliflower crust was also a bit of a disappointment– though I can’t imagine grating all that cauliflower BY HAND! So delicious and healthy! looks soooooooooo good! Process until a rice-like texture is created. Can I use a hard cheese substitute as not allowed to eat soft cheeses such as goat. This is the secret to getting a dry crust that you can pick up with your hands. I have this in the oven right now, but one question: I swear I had about four cups of rice, but after I steamed it and squeezed it out, it seemed like way, way less. YESSSS! I did not know all this. Nicely crisped every time with the crust firm enough to pick up and eat by hand. It turned out PERFECTLY. I used a half and half combo of mozzarella and parmesan. Oh my! And if you make any modifications, I’d love to hear about those, too. Then add your toppings and bake for 5-10 minutes more, until the cheese is bubbling. 😉 I’ve tried looking it up, but I get a whole variety of results– from a dark, chocolate cookie, to a butter cookie covered in melted chocolate? But even like this, so yummy. We can all learn from your experience! It has different forms, and some people may find they can digest one form of it over another. !it low calorie and it’s so good you don’t have to Dr it up at all, I have always used tomato paste for my sauce i add italian seasoning to it . And, I did not like Trader Joe’s crust. I had the same idea. Another pizza that I made was even more crispy than this one. Came home to find no pizza left. LOL) 🙂. When done carefully slide it back onto your pan and enjoy.. once you use the mat you won’t use anything else. Way to go, girlie. In a large bowl, mix up the squeezed-out rice, egg, goat cheese, and spices. Make Pizza: Top pizza crust with your favorite sauces and toppings, then return to the oven until all … the cauliflower really negates the goat cheesy bite. I buy both of these, and I find that the tomato&basil sauce makes a perfect pizza sauce on my cauliflower crust! I make an amazing zucchini crust, too, and that one’s especially moist if the veg isn’t squeezed. I can’t wait to try this-I have definitely got to pick up cauliflower this week!!! Butterfat percentages vary from breed to breed, just like in cows. At least a cup of water was released! ½ tsp dried oregano Transfer cauliflower dough to a large bowl with the egg, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/4 cup Parmesan and season with salt. I’m so glad it turned out for you! at 400. Do not allow the pizza to thaw before placing in the oven. (Seriously!) Use the parchment paper to flip the crust over, and bake again until the other side is nice and dry, about 10 to 15 more minutes. 3. Possibly you could make it the night before and see if it firms up. Transfer the "rice" to a clean, thin dishtowel. That is so interesting! This pizza is naturally gluten and grain free, and made with simple ingredients. My 3 year old will not eat veggies, but he loves this pizza crust. That way, when you’re ready to make a pizza, you can simply place the frozen crust on a pizza sheet and bake it at 400ºF just until it’s heated through, about 10 minutes. I mix it all in a mason jar and put the lid on and shake until mixed. You are such a blessing! One last thing to keep in mind when making a cauliflower pizza crust is that you should try to keep the toppings minimal. Ooooh I’ve been waiting for this one- can’t wait to try!! This will give you crispy dough. After baking the crusts, wrap up the extra pizza crust in foil, and FREEZE it for a quick "frozen pizza" to enjoy another night! 🙂. who knew that cauliflower would make a delicious pizza crust, love it. Personally though, as a celiac who doesn’t seem to tolerate dairy well, I try to avoid all dairy because I read a study that indicated to me that some celiacs can have a similar immune response (in vitro cells) to alpha and beta caseins. I think the trick is that even if you think you have squeezed enough water out, you have to keep squeezing. Have you tried nutitional yeast it has a cheesey taste is packed with protein. If you don’t tolerate dairy well, I’ve made this crust by omitting the cheese and using an extra egg instead. I’m just now expanding into this beautiful realm of food. thanks!! Hope it works well for you without the cheese! Also loved rolling out of bed and grabbing cold leftovers or breaky. Time-Saving Tip: I recommend making a double-batch of cauliflower pizza crusts and make one for now, and save one for later. I made the recipe a few weeks ago and right out of the oven it wasn’t as firm as it was a few hours after it came out. Your oven temperature may vary so adjust the baking time & oven temperature as necessary. I didn’t get enough moisture out of the cauliflower. Again, absolutely delicious! Hi Megan If you are tired of your pizza toppings, check out my Thai Pizza and Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Pizza. Then I baste it on pizza crust. Cook topped crust on the middle rack or on a sheet pan.