The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Margherita Recipe

Name: The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Margherita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough:; 1 cup warm water; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; Toppings:; 3 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese; 2 heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced; 5 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

Dough:
1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup tomato sauce
Toppings:
3 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
2 heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
5 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped

1
Combine warm water, honey, and yeast in bowl; whisk well and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
2
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer with a hook attachment; mix well on low speed. Pour in yeast mixture and olive oil slowly while mixing until slightly combined. Increase speed to medium-high and mix until a very soft dough is formed, about 4 minutes. Shape dough into a ball; cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
3
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (210 degrees C). Grease a 12-inch pizza pan with olive oil.
4
With greased hands, press dough onto the pizza pan. Brush dough with tomato sauce.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until slightly golden, about 15 minutes.
6
Top crust with mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and basil leaves. Bake until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden, 8 to 10 minutes.

317

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough:, 1 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast, and more.

Yes, The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Margherita falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Margherita

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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