Carnivore Pizza 🍕
This Carnivore Pizza recipe is a decadent, low-carb version of pizza that’s packed with all your favorite meaty flavors, creamy cheeses, and a satisfying crunch! With beef mince, bacon, and eggs as a savory base, topped with a luscious 3-cheese sauce, fresh chilies, and pepperoni, this pizza is sure to satisfy your carnivore cravings. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
For the Meat Base:
- 1 lb (450g) beef mince (ground beef)
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the 3-Cheese Sauce:
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for smoother sauce)
- 1-2 fresh chilies, finely chopped (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 10-12 slices of pepperoni
- Extra fresh chilies (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Make the Meat Base:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Once done, remove the bacon from the pan and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the beef mince to the pan with the bacon fat and cook until browned. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks, ensuring it’s evenly cooked through.
- Once the beef is cooked, season with garlic powder, onion powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked bacon and mix well.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Add eggs: Once the beef and bacon mixture is slightly cooled, crack in the 2 eggs and mix everything together. This will help bind the base into a cohesive dough-like texture.
2. Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and heavy cream (if using). Stir constantly until the cheeses melt and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add the finely chopped fresh chilies and stir. Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and oregano (optional). Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
3. Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread the beef and bacon mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone to form your pizza crust. Press it down so that it’s compact and flat.
- Place the pizza base in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until the edges begin to crisp up and the base looks firm.
4. Add the Toppings:
- Once the meat base is cooked, remove it from the oven and spread the 3-cheese sauce generously over the top.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheesy sauce and sprinkle extra fresh chilies if desired for some added heat.
5. Finish and Serve:
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven, slice up your carnivore pizza, and serve hot.
Tips & Variations:
- For extra flavor: Try adding sautéed mushrooms or olives to your toppings if you aren’t following a strict carnivore diet.
- Crust texture: If you want your base even firmer, you can bake it for a few extra minutes before adding the cheese sauce and toppings.
- Chili levels: Adjust the amount of fresh chilies to suit your spice tolerance. You can also use jalapeños for more heat.
Enjoy your Carnivore Pizza — a satisfying, cheesy, and meaty feast that’ll hit all the right spots! Perfect for anyone on a low-carb or carnivore diet, this pizza will make you feel full and content while skipping the carbs.