Dairy Free Gluten Free Margherita Pizza

Total time1 hr 10 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time20 min

This crust comes together fast, with a naturally sticky, wetter dough that presses easily into the pan and puffs into a golden, sturdy base once par-baked. A rich San Marzano tomato sauce, simmered with garlic, oregano, and black pepper until deeply flavorful, spreads in an even layer right to the edge. Torn fresh basil scattered on right after baking adds that classic bright, peppery finish, and a pinch of flaky sea salt brings every bite into focus. The crust bakes up crisp at the rim and tender in the middle, with golden-brown edges that hold their shape through every slice. It's an easy weeknight pizza that still feels like something worth pulling out the good olive oil for, and it's a solid pick for a dairy free dinner rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the crust

1 ½ cups gluten free flour blend
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1 tsp xanthan gum (omit if your blend already contains it)
1 tsp instant yeast
1 tsp sugar
½ tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
⅔ cup warm water (about 110°f / 43°c)
1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the pan
1 tsp apple cider vinegar

For the sauce

1 can (14 oz) whole peeled san marzano tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the topping

6 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
Chef's tip
Use the same amount. It works well fresh in dishes like caprese, salads, and skewers. For pizza or baked dishes, choose a dairy-free mozzarella labeled for melting so it softens the way you'd expect.
1 tbsp olive oil

For serving

¼ cup fresh basil leaves
flaky sea salt, to taste (optional)

Instructions

1
Position a rack in the lowest position of the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C). Lightly oil a 12-inch round pizza pan or a rimmed baking sheet and line with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour blend, xanthan gum, instant yeast, sugar, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.

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