Zero Carb Carnivore Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

Zero Carb Carnivore Pepperoni Pizza Recipe

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or any cheese that melts well)

• 2 oz cream cheese (softened)

• 1 large egg

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)

• ½ tsp salt

For the toppings:

• 1-2 oz pepperoni (check that there are no hidden carbs or sugars)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or your favorite cheese (cheddar works great too)

• Optional: 1 tbsp parmesan cheese (for extra flavor)

• Optional: Fresh herbs like oregano or basil (for garnish, if you’re not strictly carnivore)

• Optional: A drizzle of olive oil or melted butter for finishing

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. Make the Cheese Crust:

   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the cheeses are fully melted and combined. This should take about 1-2 minutes total.

   • Add the melted butter, egg, and salt to the cheese mixture. Stir everything together until smooth and well combined. You should have a dough-like consistency.

3. Form the Crust:

   • Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. With your hands or a spatula, press and shape the dough into a circular pizza crust, about 8-10 inches in diameter. If you like a thinner crust, you can press it out more. Make sure the edges are a little higher to create a crust that holds the toppings.

4. Bake the Crust:

   • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the crust is set. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.

5. Add Toppings:

   • Once the crust is baked, remove it from the oven and add your shredded mozzarella (or other cheese) evenly over the crust.

   • Top with slices of pepperoni, and add the optional parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if you like.

6. Bake the Pizza:

   • Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the pepperoni starts to crisp up around the edges.

7. Finishing Touches:

   • If you like, drizzle the pizza with a bit of melted butter or olive oil for extra richness and flavor.

8. Serve:

   • Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes, then slice it up and enjoy your carnivore-friendly, zero-carb pizza!

Tips:

• Pepperoni: Make sure to check the ingredients of the pepperoni to ensure it doesn’t have any hidden carbs or sugars. Some brands might add sweeteners or fillers.

• Crust texture: If you want a firmer, crispier crust, you can bake it a little longer before adding the toppings, or you can use a pizza stone for an even better crust.

• Other Toppings: You can experiment with other carnivore-friendly toppings like sausage, bacon, or ground beef. Just keep it simple and stick to animal-based ingredients.

This zero-carb carnivore pepperoni pizza is the ultimate guilt-free treat for any pizza lover on the carnivore diet! Let me know how it turns out when you try it! 😋