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    Modified: Apr 12, 2024 · Published: Apr 24, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust

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    This healthy Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust is crispy and flavorful. It is super easy to make and is a great way to sneak in some veggies!

    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust on cutting board.

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    This Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust is healthy and full of flavor. You can't even taste the cauliflower in it.

    Once you add toppings, it tastes similar to a traditional pizza crust. It's a wonderful way to sneak in some veggies.

    Some of my favorite ways I like to sneak cauliflower in is my Vegan Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce and Riced Cauliflower Smoothie with Chocolate.

    Other great ways to use cauliflower are recipes like Vegan Lentil and Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie, Vegan Cauliflower Steaks, Mexican Cauliflower Rice, and Mashed Cauliflower.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • ♨️ Reheating
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Cauliflower Recipes
    • 🎥  Video
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It's perfect for pizza night.
    • Making your own pizza crust is easy and you can control the ingredients.
    • It is a gluten-free vegan version, unlike what is available at the grocery store.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients for Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust with labels.
    • Cauliflower: I used fresh cauliflower florets. You could also use frozen store-bought cauliflower rice if you have that.
    • Flour: I used gluten-free all-purpose baking flour. You could use regular flour.
    • Ground flax seeds: Acts as a binder. You can grind flax meal in a coffee grinder or Nutribullet with the milling blade. You could also use ground chia seeds.
    • Nutritional yeast: Adds a cheesy flavor. You could leave it out.
    • Basil, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder: Add flavor. You could also use Italian seasoning.
    • Olive oil: Also binds the dough.
    • Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor. I like to use sea salt.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Ingredients for vegan cauliflower pizza dough in a food processor before and after mixing.

    Step 1: Chop cauliflower and place it in a steamer in a saucepan with a few inches of water. Steam cauliflower until tender. Let cool.

    Step 2: Place the cooked cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel, nut milk bag, or cheesecloth. Squeeze out the excess water.

    Step 3: Place the cauliflower in a food processor with the rest of the ingredients. Mix until incorporated.

    Pizza dough in a parchment paper lined pan and crispy crust after baking.

    Step 4: Spread dough onto an oiled parchment paper-lined baking pan or baking sheet. Bake cauliflower crust until it starts to turn golden brown.

    Add tomato sauce, pizza toppings, and dairy-free cheese on top of the pizza crust and bake for about 5 minutes more. Cut into slices.

    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust in hand.

    ♨️ Reheating

    The best way to reheat the vegan pizza crust is on a low setting in the oven. You could also reheat it in the microwave, but it won't be as crispy.

    🍽 Serving

    Here are some topping ideas.

    • Marinara sauce, pizza sauce, or vegan pesto
    • Vegan cheese: vegan mozzarella, vegan cheddar, or other variety
    • Fresh basil or other fresh herbs
    • Red pepper flakes
    • Nutritional yeast
    • Pineapple and onion
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    💭 Tips

    • Make sure to squeeze out the excess liquid from the steamed cauliflower. It will measure about 1 cup worth afterward.
    • Bake the crust before adding the toppings. That way it will crisp up. After you've baked it until it has started to brown, add your desired toppings and bake until the toppings are heated through.
    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust on cutting board.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What does cauliflower pizza crust taste like?

    This cauliflower pizza crust tastes a lot like regular pizza crust. You'd never know there's cauliflower in it.

    Other Vegan Cauliflower Recipes

    • Vegan Mashed Cauliflower with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms with a fork.
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    • Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower on a plate with fork.
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    • Chocolate Cauliflower Smoothie
      Creamy Chocolate Cauliflower Smoothie
    • Jackfruit and Cauliflower Rice Burrito on cutting board.
      Jackfruit and Cauliflower Rice Burrito

    🎥  Video

    Looking for new flavors to try on a pizza? Try a Chipotle Pizza.

    I originally posted this recipe on March 4, 2017. I added new photos, text, and a video when I republished it.

    If you tried this Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust on cutting board.
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    Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust

    This healthy Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust is crispy and flavorful. It is super easy to make and is a great way to sneak in some veggies!
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Fusion
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 1 (8") crust
    Calories 568kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ cups cauliflower florets (½ head)
    • 3 tablespoons ground flax seeds
    • 1 teaspoon basil
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil + more for oiling baking sheet
    • Salt and pepper
    • ½ cup gluten free all purpose baking flour
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400°F.
    • Steam cauliflower 10-15 minutes until tender. Let cool.
    • In a cheesecloth or kitchen towel, squeeze out as much water as you can. This will shrink the amount of cauliflower to about 1 cup.
    • Put cauliflower and the rest of ingredients in a food processor and mix thoroughly.
    • Spread ingredients onto an oiled parchment paper lined baking dish or sheet pan. With slightly wet hands (dough is sticky), spread out the dough to about ¼" thick, pressing the dough in firmly.
    • Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
    • Add your toppings and cook for about 5 minutes, or store in the fridge and use within a few days.

    Notes

    This vegan pizza crust will last 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 1272mg | Fiber: 22g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 121mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 6mg
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    1. corene wright says

      October 10, 2024 at 6:28 am

      How long will the crust last frozen ? How do we get the crusts crispy ?

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      • Willow Moon says

        October 10, 2024 at 12:00 pm

        It will last several months in the freezer. As you can see in the photos, the edges of my crust were crispy, so it is possible. You just have to cook it before adding the toppings. Hope that helps!

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    2. Holly says

      July 16, 2019 at 5:41 am

      Hi!

      I was wondering if these heat up well in the microwave? I've been wanting to make mini pizza crusts to take with me to work for lunch!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        July 16, 2019 at 10:21 am

        To be honest I haven't tried it. I've only made it in my oven. I think that just like a regular pizza crust, it won't be as crispy, but I would still try it!

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    3. Katrina says

      November 29, 2018 at 9:24 am

      I can’t believe how good this turned out! When I was Spreading the dough on the pan I thought it was going to be a mess but it rose a little and the edges were great 🙂. I did not strain the cauliflower and got two smaller crusts out of it. It’s smelled amazing while cooking! Thank you so much for the recipe!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 29, 2018 at 3:54 pm

        Thanks Katrina, I'm so glad that you liked it!

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    4. Jasmine says

      April 12, 2018 at 1:59 pm

      Is the nutritional yeast just for taste or does it help with the binding also? We can’t do yeast but I so desperately miss pizza. Thanks!

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 12, 2018 at 2:56 pm

        It's for taste, so you could exclude it.

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