Why Sheet Pan Pizza Works for Keto 🍕🔥🥓🧀
Sheet pan pizza is the perfect keto solution because it uses a low-carb crust made from cheese and almond flour, skips the heavy carbs, and still delivers all the flavor and satisfaction of traditional pizza. It’s easy to make, customizable, and ideal for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients (Serves 6) 🛒
For the Keto Crust
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Pizza Sauce
- ½ cup sugar-free pizza sauce or crushed tomatoes
- ½ tsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
For the Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup turkey pepperoni or regular pepperoni
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ¼ cup bell peppers, sliced
- ¼ cup black olives, sliced
- Optional: cooked chicken, sausage, or spinach
Instructions 👩🍳
- Make crust: Melt mozzarella and cream cheese together. Stir in almond flour, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt until dough forms.
- Shape: Spread dough evenly on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Sauce: Mix sugar-free pizza sauce with olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder. Spread over baked crust.
- Top: Add mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and any optional toppings.
- Bake again: Return to oven for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Slice into squares and enjoy hot.
Why It Works for Keto ✅
- Low-carb crust: Almond flour and cheese replace traditional flour.
- High in protein & fat: Keeps you full and satisfied.
- Customizable: Add keto-friendly toppings like chicken, sausage, or spinach.
- Meal prep friendly: Easy to bake, slice, and store for quick meals.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 20 minutes
- Kcal: ~320 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Keto Sheet Pan Pizza—crispy crust, melty cheese, and all the flavor without the carbs 🍕🔥✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add sausage or keep it veggie?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next keto dinner.” • “Tag a friend who loves pizza nights.” • “Low-carb, cheesy, and family-approved.”