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    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust (Grain-Free)

    Published: May 1, 2020 · Modified: Nov 5, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 25 Comments

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    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust - A delicious grain-free pizza crust made from coconut flour! High in natural protein, this is a great choice for those with a wheat allergy.

    Coconut flour pizza crust made with applesauce

     

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    Pizza has had such a bad rep in my adult life, having seen it associated with everything from weight gain to bad skin (pizza face!). For these reasons, it is still surprising that I can have a healthy version of this 'terrible' food.

    If you've been reading this blog for any length of time, than you know all about my pizza obsession!

    From zucchini to cauliflower, eggplant and quinoa, I have literally made a pizza crust out of just about everything.

    My latest recipe venture is my current, fleeting favorite, and it's made with coconut flour!

     

    Coconut flour pizza crust with sauce and cheese

    Coconut flour pizza

    Coconut flour has been a bit hit or miss with my palate, as recipes with it often come out 'spongy', due to the high quantity of eggs needed when working with it.

    Given that this recipe is flat and contains no leavening agent, 'sponginess' hasn't been an issue.

    This has been pleasing palates (and allergies) both young and old around here!

    I'm also enjoying the fact that I don't have to squeeze the water out of any vegetables (also eliminating the loathsome stinky dish towels). 🙂

    Coconut flour pizza crust with sauce and cheese
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    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust (Grain-Free)

    A delicious grain-free pizza crust made from coconut flour! High in natural protein, this is a great choice for those with a wheat allergy.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    0 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Gluten-Free, Grain-free, Healthy, Pizza
    Servings: 12 slices
    Calories: 35kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    • 4 large eggs
    • ¼ cup applesauce
    • ¼ cup coconut flour see Notes
    • ¼ cup grated parmesan
    • ½ tsp oregano
    • ½ tsp basil
    • ⅛ tsp sea salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    • Whisk the eggs with the applesauce until well combined.
    • Whisk in the remaining ingredients until smooth and well combined.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Oil the parchment paper a bit to ensure the pizza doesn't stick.
    • Spread the 'dough' onto the paper (the thinner the better, but be sure there are no holes).
    • Bake the crust for 15 minutes on the bottom rack of your oven.
    • Top the crust as desired.
    • Bake for another 8-10 minutes (on the bottom rack of your oven) until the toppings are cooked/melted.
    • Cool 5-10 minutes.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Nutrition facts based on using one ounce of parmesan (about 1/4 cup). WW points: 1

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 0.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Calories: 35kcal | Fat: 2.2g | Protein: 2.9g | Carbohydrates: 1g

    Adapted from this recipe

    Notes:

    I don't find that applesauce lends a sweet taste to the crust.

    If you don't have applesauce, try plain yogurt.

    This is the coconut flour I use.

    I like to use this Homemade Pizza Sauce.

     

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    Grain-free pizza crust recipe made with coconut flour

     

     

     

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    1. Maz

      February 12, 2020 at 10:51 am

      I love this recipe. So much easier than cauliflower pizza. Instead of Apple sauce I used Greek yogurt and instead of parmesan cheese I used oat flour. First time around I made it exactly like the recipe.
      Both ways are delish !

      Reply
    2. Jessica

      March 01, 2018 at 4:42 pm

      This was really good! I will definitely make this agin!

      Reply
    3. Kayile | Healthy Hacks

      August 06, 2017 at 8:44 am

      This looks beyond amazing! Totally making this today 😀

      Reply
    4. Tori

      August 03, 2017 at 2:49 pm

      This was so yum - I used yogurt in place of the applesauce.

      Reply
    5. Ava

      August 27, 2016 at 4:55 am

      This is my new go to recipe for pizza. It is the best I have had and it's super easy. It comes out great every time. Once I didn't he applesauce so I substituted barlett pear purée and never would have known the difference. Thanks

      Reply
    6. Tiffany

      May 14, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      I love your recipe! I have have tried a few cauliflower to almond flour. I must say this one is like real pizza! The only thing I did change was replacing the applesauce with Greek yogurt and it was awesome. Thank you so much for this recipe! It's amazing ?

      Reply
      • Lauren

        May 14, 2016 at 2:30 pm

        Thank you Tiffany! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Sharon

      April 23, 2016 at 11:46 am

      Thank you so much for this recipe. I've come to adore it - not only for pizza, but I make flatbread with it too, for sandwiches (you can even grill them a little bit). It's so easy to cut in half for either a personal pizza or sandwich bread. It's more filling and convenient for me than something like oopsie bread.

      One thing to note - is that sometimes I use parmesan, and sometimes I use almond flour. I find them to be pretty interchangable. I've also forgotten to use applesauce before, and it's still turned out just fine - but a little dry, but still good.

      I find this to be a very forgiving recipe, very easy, it's pretty much locked into my memory now. I find myself emailing my sister literally every other day bugging her to try it: "No, but seriously, that coconut flour pizza tho..." =D

      Reply
      • Lauren

        April 23, 2016 at 12:26 pm

        Aw, thanks so much Sharon, and thanks for sharing your substitution with the parmesan. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Bethany

      March 04, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      This looks delicious!

      Reply
    9. Andrea Wyckoff

      July 19, 2015 at 8:05 pm

      This pizza crust looks amazing! And I so agree that different coconut flours vary so much! I like the one you link to from Coconut Secret and I like Tropical Traditions. But I have had bad luck with some of the others.

      Cheers to grain free pizza! I look forward to trying your recipe!

      Andrea

      Reply
    10. Izzy

      July 14, 2015 at 6:22 pm

      Your pizzas always look so good!! Pizza is a huge staple in our house, my husband demands it once a week haha, so I always try to come up with ways to make it a little healthier. I always love your creative pizza crusts! I hope you and baby Sam are doing well 🙂

      Reply
    11. Shannon

      July 14, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      This is awesome! I love working with coconut flour.

      Reply
    12. Loretta

      July 13, 2015 at 9:33 am

      First of all, I wanted to congratulate you on your recent bundle of joy.

      I don't kntw how this will turn out, due to using coconut flour, however, to make my daughter's meals dairy free, when I substitute eggs, I use a flax egg (1 Tbsp flax seed w/3 Tbsp water for each egg called for in a recipe, mix and set in fridge for 15 min b4 using). I also substitute Nutritional Yeast for parmasean. I will try it for her and see how it works and let you know.

      Reply
      • Loretta

        July 13, 2015 at 9:37 am

        I forgot to mention that the flax seeds are ground.

        Reply
      • Marta

        June 02, 2020 at 8:36 am

        Hello there! Did you try this recipe with these substitutions?? If so, how did the pizza turn out??

        Reply
    13. Mike@TheIronYou

      July 13, 2015 at 7:28 am

      I'm really intrigued by this pizza crust with applesauce and coconut flour. The texture and flavor must be unique.
      Definitely on my to-try list!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 13, 2015 at 8:33 am

        It is actually quite similar to regular pizza crust, no weird texture or flavor to speak of. Let me know if you try it! 🙂

        Reply
    14. dawn

      July 13, 2015 at 5:53 am

      hey Lauren! does the applesauce make this a sweet crust?
      i know coconut flour has a slight sweetness to it...
      thanks!! this looks YUMMY! you're a pizza freak like me 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 13, 2015 at 8:34 am

        Thanks Dawn! It's not sweet to me, probably because of the added parmesan and spices. It's pretty reminiscent of regular pizza crust! 🙂

        Reply
        • dawn

          July 13, 2015 at 8:45 am

          did you use sweet or unsweetened apple sauce?
          i'm wondering if i should make my own. do you make your own?
          Gracias Señorita 🙂

          Reply
          • Lauren

            July 13, 2015 at 9:39 am

            Yes, unsweetened, and no, I just buy it organic from Whole Foods or Trader Joe's. 🙂

            Reply
            • dawn

              July 13, 2015 at 9:59 am

              thanks girl!

    15. Elisa

      July 13, 2015 at 5:39 am

      Can I use 1/2 or all egg whites?? Also what I can replace for the parm? Protein powder perhaps? I avoid cheese and dairy. Sounds EXCELLENT! Add it to the 'to make" this 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 13, 2015 at 8:35 am

        Hi Elisa, I'm not certain about either of your questions, as I've not tried. The best replacement for the parmesan would probably be almond meal or oat flour. Good luck! 🙂

        Reply

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