Description
Easy Fathead Dough is a versatile, low-carb, and gluten-free dough made from just four simple ingredients—mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, almond flour, and egg. Perfect for making keto-friendly pizza crusts, breadsticks, bagels, calzones, and more, this dough requires no yeast or rising time and can be ready in under 15 minutes. Its stretchy, melt-in-your-mouth texture comes from melting the cheeses first and then mixing in the almond flour and egg to form a smooth dough that you can roll or shape as desired before baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture preferred)
- 2 oz cream cheese
Dry & Eggs
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Melt the Cheeses: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave for another 20–30 seconds until the mixture is fully melted and stretchy. Alternatively, melt gently in a skillet over low heat, stirring frequently.
- Mix the Dough: Add the almond flour to the melted cheese mixture and stir until combined. Next, add the egg and continue stirring until a dough forms. If the dough feels sticky, lightly oil your hands and knead it until smooth and pliable.
- Roll or Shape: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to prevent sticking, then roll out to your desired thickness. For pizza crust or flatbread, ¼ inch thickness works perfectly.
- Use & Bake: For pizza crust, bake the rolled dough at 400°F (205°C) for 10–12 minutes before adding any toppings. For flatbread, bake 8–10 minutes total. For bagels or rolls, shape them and bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through and golden.
Notes
- Use low-moisture mozzarella cheese for the best texture.
- For extra flavor, optionally add garlic powder or Italian seasoning to the dough.
- If the dough hardens while handling, microwave it for 10 seconds to soften.
- This dough is very versatile and can be used for pizza crusts, cheesy breadsticks, bagels, calzones, empanadas, and even cinnamon dessert dough by swapping seasonings.
