🍕 Carnivore Cheese Crust Pizza
Made with nothing but cheese, eggs, and meat. Crispy, rich, and fully satisfying.
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of mozzarella + cheddar)
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2 oz cream cheese (optional for softness)
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1 large egg
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Pinch of salt (optional)
Toppings (choose any):
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More shredded mozzarella
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Pepperoni, cooked bacon, sausage crumbles
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Ground beef or steak strips
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A sprinkle of Parmesan (optional)
Optional (not strict carnivore): sugar-free marinara or tomato paste sparingly, or a thin smear of cream cheese as a “base”
🔥 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
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Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
2. Make the Crust:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese together (30 seconds at a time until smooth).
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Stir in the egg and mix well until combined — it’ll look like thick dough.
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Spread the cheese “dough” into a round crust shape on the parchment-lined tray (about ¼ inch thick).
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and starting to crisp.
3. Add Toppings:
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Remove the crust from the oven.
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Top with more cheese, your meat toppings, and optional Parmesan.
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Return to the oven and bake another 5–7 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
4. Optional Broil:
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For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes — but watch closely to prevent burning.
5. Rest & Serve:
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Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps it firm up.
🧊 Storage & Reheat:
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Reheat in a skillet or oven — it gets crispy again!
🔁 Variations:
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Add an extra egg for a fluffier crust.
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Use only mozzarella for a more neutral taste or mix in sharp cheddar for more bite.
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Make it into mini pizzas or pizza “bites” by shaping into small rounds before baking.
Want a ground chicken or beef crust version too? Let me know!