Keto Pizza with Fathead Crust
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~350 per slice (depending on toppings)
🧀 What Is Fathead Dough?
Fathead dough is one of the most popular low-carb dough alternatives used in keto cooking. It’s made with mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, almond flour, and eggs, creating a soft, chewy dough that closely mimics traditional pizza crust—without the carbs. This crust is naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly, making it perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet.
Ingredients
For the Fathead Crust
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons cream cheese
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¾ cup almond flour
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1 large egg
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½ teaspoon baking powder (optional but helps texture)
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
For the Pizza Toppings
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⅓ cup sugar-free pizza sauce
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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15–20 slices pepperoni (or preferred topping)
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¼ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon dried basil
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1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for brushing crust)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Melt the Cheese
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for 45–60 seconds, then stir. If needed, microwave for another 20–30 seconds until fully melted and smooth.
Step 3: Make the Dough
Add the almond flour, egg, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt to the melted cheese mixture.
Mix thoroughly using a spatula or your hands until a soft dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky but should hold together well.
Tip: If the dough becomes hard while mixing, microwave it again for 10–15 seconds to soften.
Step 4: Roll Out the Crust
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a 10–12 inch pizza crust about ¼ inch thick.
Remove the top parchment sheet and transfer the crust (with the bottom parchment) onto a baking sheet.
Step 5: Pre-Bake the Crust
Use a fork to poke small holes in the crust to prevent bubbling.
Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, or until it turns light golden brown.
Step 6: Add Toppings
Remove the crust from the oven and spread the sugar-free pizza sauce evenly over the surface.
Top with:
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shredded mozzarella
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pepperoni slices
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oregano and basil
Feel free to add other keto toppings such as mushrooms, olives, cooked sausage, or bell peppers.
Step 7: Bake the Pizza
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a crispier top, broil the pizza for 1–2 minutes at the end.
Step 8: Cool and Slice
Let the pizza cool for 3–5 minutes before slicing. This helps the crust firm up and makes cutting easier.
Serve warm and enjoy your homemade keto pizza!
🍕 Keto Pizza Topping Ideas
Try these low-carb toppings to mix things up:
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Italian sausage
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Mushrooms
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Black olives
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Spinach
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Grilled chicken
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Jalapeños
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Bacon crumbles
🧑🍳 Tips for the Best Fathead Pizza
Use low-moisture mozzarella
This prevents the dough from becoming too sticky.
Don’t skip pre-baking
Pre-baking keeps the crust from becoming soggy.
Roll evenly
Keeping the dough even ensures the crust cooks uniformly.
Reheat properly
Leftover keto pizza reheats best in a skillet or air fryer for crispy crust.
🥑 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate)
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Calories: 350
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Fat: 26g
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Protein: 18g
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Net Carbs: 4g
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Fiber: 2g
