Easy Gluten-Free Pizza Crust

I have made a few pizza recipes on the blog over the past few years. This Gluten Free Flatbread Pizza is one of my kids’ favorites. This Gluten Free Sourdough Pizza is great if you have a sourdough starter. (If you don’t, I include how to make one too!)

Learn how to make the best gluten free pizza crust with this easy gluten free pizza base recipe. This crust is fluffy and light, and can be used to make either a thin or thick crust! You can use this pizza base for these Gluten Free Pizza Rolls. This may be my best gluten free pizza crust recipe ever.

Ingredient Notes:

For the full list of ingredients and amounts, please go to the recipe card below.

• Gluten-Free Flour Blend – I used Cup4Cup for this recipe because it makes this pizza dough rise well. I also tested Bob Red Mill All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Blend (red bag!) I suspect Better Batter Artisinal Blend and Pillsbury Gluten-Free Flour Blend will also work well. Authentic Foods Steve’s GF Bread Blend should also work, but you may need more moisture or to reduce the amount of flour with that brand. I do not recommend using King Arthur Measure for Measure or Bob’s 1:1 (light blue bag), as these two do not work well with yeast recipes.
• Xanthan Gum – If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum, please add one teaspoon.
• You can also use my DIY Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend. It is gum-free, and Mr. Fearless Dining said it added a more realistic chewiness to this pizza crust. Note, if you use my flour blend, you will need to add 3-4 additional TBSP of water and 1 teaspoon of psyllium husk powder to the dough.
• Yeast – Double check the brand you use is gluten free. Red Star Platinum is NOT gluten-free!
• Sauce – Be sure the sauce you use is gluten-free. I will share some great sauce recommendations below.

Step 2: You can mix this gluten-free pizza dough in a large mixing bowl with a spoon, or use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment. I used a standing mixer because it is easier. Slowly add the ingredients into a mixer. (I switched to the dough hook on my Kitchen Aid mixer because it handles the dough the easiest.)

To measure your gluten free flour, I recommend using the spoon method or leveling method. In a perfect world, people weigh their flour, but most do not own a kitchen scale. Put the measuring scoop into the flour and fill. Do not pack the flour. Use a knife to scrape along the top to remove the extra flour. Use a spoon to fill the measuring cup. Use a knife to level along the top to remove the extra flour.

Step 4: Roll your crust to the desired thickness. I rolled this dough to 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 5: Brush olive oil over the edge of the crust. This will help it get more golden.

How To Grill Pizza:

If you choose to cook this pizza dough on the grill, you will want to make personal-sized pizzas as the dough is easier to transport and placed flat onto the grill. Place on the grill and add your toppings. Close the lid and allow to cook at 425º F on the grill until the cheese is all melted, about 8-10 minutes, depending on how thick the dough is.

Oven Baking Directions:

If you are baking your gluten-free pizza crust, preheat the oven to 425º F. Bake the gluten-free pizza for about 12 minutes until the cheese is slightly golden and melted.

Topping Ideas:

• Pepperoni
• Sausage
• Pineapple
• Ham
• Fresh basil
• Mushrooms

Pizza Sauce Ideas:

• Use this easy homemade Gluten Free Pizza Sauce recipe for a traditional pizza sauce.
• If you want a white pizza, use this Gluten Free Alfredo Sauce to top your gluten free pizza crust.
• You will also have fun using this Nut-Free Pesto Sauce for your pizza.