Ground Beef Pizza Base (Printable Version)

Protein-rich beef crust layered with mozzarella and pepperoni for a hearty main dish.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Beef Pizza Base

01 - 1.1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 2 ounces sliced pepperoni
12 - ½ cup pizza sauce, sugar-free if desired
13 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine ground beef, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently just until combined.
03 - Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet and press into a 12-inch round, about ½ inch thick, forming a slight edge to hold toppings.
04 - Bake the beef base for 12 to 15 minutes until browned and set. Remove and drain excess fat carefully.
05 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust, sprinkle with mozzarella, then layer pepperoni slices on top.
06 - Return to the oven and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Let cool for 2 to 3 minutes, slice, optionally garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's gluten-free and low-carb without tasting like you're missing anything—the beef crust is genuinely satisfying.
  • Ready in 40 minutes flat, and most of that is just waiting for the oven to work its magic.
  • Packed with protein, so it keeps you full way longer than regular pizza.
02 -
  • Draining that fat after the first bake isn't optional—it keeps your pizza from becoming greasy and soggy at the base.
  • Don't overwork the beef mixture; it's the enemy of a crispy, tender crust and the reason some batches turn out dense and chewy instead of light.
03 -
  • Use parchment paper without fail—it's the difference between pizza you can serve and pizza stuck to the sheet.
  • If your beef crust cracks slightly while baking, don't panic; a little sauce patched over it during topping stage seals it right up.
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