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    Home » Recipes » Diabetic, Keto and Gluten Free

    Gluten Free Pizza Dough

    Published by Rodney on September 22, 2021 - Jump to Recipe - 1 Comment

    If you are Gluten intolerant but crave pizza then this Gluten Free Pizza Dough recipe is what you need! Easy to make and ready in 2 hours.
    gluten free pizza dough

    There's nothing like homemade pizza. I like to make my own pizza dough and decided to try a gluten-free version this time around as a healthier alternative to the pizza dough I usually make.

    slices of gluten free pizza

    The process for making gluten-free pizza dough is not much different than making regular pizza dough. I do suggest that you try to buy quality gluten-free baking flour to ensure the best results possible. Brands like Bob's Red Mill, King Arthur or Krusteaz.

    bob's red mill gluten free baking flour

    💭 Ingredient Substitution

    Unless you bake often, you might not have any Xantham Gum on hand. If you don't and don't want to buy any you can simply substitute for an equal amount of Cornstarch, which will be 2 ½ teaspoons for this pizza dough recipe.

    a slice of gluten free pizza

    If you are feeling ambitious, you can also make your very own homemade pizza sauce to go with this homemade pizza dough by checking out my Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce recipe. The perfect pizza sauce to go with this delicious pizza dough.

    bag of indian head yellow cornmeal

    💭 What is Xanthan Gum

    Not familiar with Xanthan Gum? It's typically used when making gluten free baked goods. Xanthan Gum helps your baked goods hold together instead of turning crumbly. Xanthan Gum is also believed to be healthier than Cornstarch as the latter contains a lot of carbs and calories.

    package of xanthan gum

    🍞 What is Rising & Proofing

    Rising is the process where carbon dioxide makes the dough rise and develop flavor. Put the dough in a lightly oiled bowl (olive oil or non-stick spray) and cover with a tea towel or plastic wrap. The dough should be left in a warm location until it has doubled in size.

    Proofing basically means the last rise of the dough in its final shape (e.g. bun, loaf, etc.) before baking. Many factors come into play for how long it will take to prove the dough. You can tell when the dough is ready for baking when the dough springs back after you gently press the dough with your finger.

    gluten free pizza dough

    💭 Recipe Tip

    I strongly recommend you use a kitchen scale to measure out the gluten-free baking flour. Using measuring cups may not give you the desired results due to the density of the flour.

    🔪 Equipment Needed

    You will need a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment to make this gluten-free pizza dough as well as a kitchen scale for measuring the gluten-free flour.

    gluten free pizza dough

    For more great recipes with Gluten Free Baking Flour, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • gluten free chocolate chip cookies
      Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

    📋 Gather your Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Gluten Free Pizza Dough recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Warm Water, Active Dry Yeast, White Sugar, Gluten Free Baking Flour, Xanthan Gum, Salt, Baking Powder and Cornmeal.

    🥣 How to make Gluten Free Pizza Dough

    In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast and white sugar. Set aside and let sit for at least 5 minutes.
    In your stand mixer, combine the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, salt and baking powder.
    Once the yeast has started to foam, add it to the flour mixture and using a dough hook, mix until the dough is soft and sticky. Cover the bowl with wrap and let sit until the dough has doubled in size, approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours.
    When the dough is ready for baking, preheat the oven to 450°F.
    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly sprinkle with cornmeal. Shape the dough to the desired shape and size. Place the dough on the baking sheet. Add your favorite toppings.
    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is done.

    📖 Recipe

    Gluten Free Pizza Dough

    Gluten Free Pizza Dough

    If you are Gluten intolerant but crave pizza then this Gluten Free Pizza Dough recipe is what you need! Easy to make and ready in 2 hours.
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    Prep TimePrep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook TimeCook Time 20 minutes mins
    Proofing time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Total TimeTotal Time 2 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Author Rodney
    Servings 10 slices
    Calories 74 kcal

    Equipment

    • Stand Mixer
    • Scale
    • Baking Sheet

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Cup Water, 110°F
    • 2 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
    • 2 teaspoon White Sugar
    • 204 Grams Gluten Free Baking Flour
    • 2 ½ teaspoon Xanthan Gum
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
    • Yellow Cornmeal, for sprinkling

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast and white sugar. Set aside and let sit for at least 5 minutes.
    • In your stand mixer, combine the gluten free flour, xanthan gum, salt and baking powder.
    • Once the yeast has started to foam, add it to the flour mixture and using a dough hook, mix until the dough is soft and sticky. Cover the bowl with wrap and let sit until the dough has doubled in size, approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours.
    • When the dough is ready for baking, preheat the oven to 450°F.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly sprinkle with cornmeal. Shape the dough to the desired shape and size. Place the dough on the baking sheet. Add your favorite toppings.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is done.

    Notes

    → You can substitute an equal amount of cornstarch if you don't have any Xantham Gum on hand.
    → I strongly recommend you use a kitchen scale to measure out the gluten-free baking flour. Using measuring cups may not give you the desired results due to the density of the flour.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1sliceCalories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 257mgPotassium: 46mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1. Alice

      February 20, 2023 at 7:14 pm

      This was the first gluten free pizza crust I had ever made. Very easy to make. The longest part was waiting for the dough to rise. But after that it was a breeze. The pizza was delicious. Will continue to make this crust.

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