Cauliflower Crust Pizza

There's nothing bland or boring about this easy, cheesy cauliflower crust pizza. Whether you want to take a break from gluten or have a surplus of cauliflower on hand, this is one of those pizza recipes that will please even die-hard bread fans. As with anybody that has embraced healthy habits, Ree Drummond has shared in her journey that indulgences like pizza don't have to be shunned! So even when it's topped with stretchy cheese, garlicky ricotta, and balsamic mushrooms, this cauliflower pizza deserves a starring role for pizza night. 

What is in cauliflower crust?

This recipe calls for frozen riced cauliflower. With the widespread popularity of using riced cauliflower as a replacement for heavy starches, food manufacturing companies have enthusiastically responded by making nifty convenience items like frozen riced cauliflower. No need to lug out the food processor or painstakingly grate and steam your cauliflower, unless you want to make your own cauliflower rice. This crust is bound together with a protein-rich egg and creamy, salty cheese. Flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, it's ready to be patted out and baked!

Is cauliflower crust pizza gluten-free?

While there is no guarantee that every cauliflower crust pizza you run into will be gluten-free, this recipe is just that! The cheese gives it a deliciously chewy texture rather than a fluffy bread consistency one might look for in gluten-free or regular pizza crust. 

What goes on cauliflower crust pizza?

Anything you normally put on a pizza can be used here, but remember: this is a delicate crust! This recipe protects it with a brush of oil and a layer of cheese. The beauty of a white pizza (pizza bianca) is there is no soupy red sauce that might make the crust soggy. If you want to use tomato sauce, a little goes a long way. Keep any other vegetable or meat toppings to a ¼ cup.