The Best Chickpea Flour Pizza Crust

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Craft a deliciously crispy and sturdy chickpea flour pizza crust with my easy recipe! Made with just 6 simple ingredients, it will satisfy all your cravings while you enjoy a naturally gluten-free pizza crust that’s packed with nutrients. 

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I’ve been playing around with several versions of this pizza crust for months now, and I’ve been obsessed with it ever since. This chickpea crust pizza is easy to make and is a great base to hold all of your favorite toppings. Whether you’re having a pizza party or just want to make one for the family, this pizza crust is undoubtedly a delicious gluten-alternative crust. Enjoy!

Sliced cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust, topped with fresh basil leaves.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Easy-to-find ingredients. Everything you’ll need for this recipe is relatively easy to find in grocery stores.  
  • A healthy choice for making pizzas. Chickpea flour is amazingly good for your body! It’s packed with fiber, vitamins, and protein, lower in carbs and calories, and may even have antioxidant properties. It’s also vegan and gluten-free.
  • Easy to make. Simple steps to follow so that even those novices in the kitchen can make this pizza crust.
  • Versatile. This recipe is for creating a plain pizza crust that can easily be tweaked according to your preferences. You can do whatever you want with it. Some suggestions include:
    • Infuse the dough with herbs like rosemary or fresh basil.
    • Season it with either garlic powder or onion powder for more flavor.
    • Add red pepper flakes to the dough to give the crust some heat, even without toppings.
Close-up view of sliced cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Why Chickpea Flour?

Chickpea flour (a.k.a. garbanzo bean flour, a.k.a. gram flour) is a versatile ingredient for any recipe you have in mind. It is a great gluten-free flour to always have in your pantry (I always have it!) for making savory recipes like omelets and falafels to sweet desserts like cookies and bread.   

It’s commonly used in many Pakistani and Indian cuisines but is also becoming popular in other countries. It’s fantastic to use in vegan recipes since it already has its own binding properties, so you won’t need to use eggs. And since it’s gluten-free, those with celiac disease don’t need to worry. 

Chickpea flour offers a nutty and beany flavor that isn’t too strong or overpowering when prepared correctly. That’s why it’s perfect for making pizza crusts. You’ll still savor your delicious pizza toppings while they’re on a nutrient-dense crust!

Slices of cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust and fresh basil leaves on parchment paper, accompanied by a small wooden bowl of grated cheese.
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Ingredient Notes

  • Chickpea Flour (or Garbanzo Bean Flour): The main ingredient for making this pizza crust. It wouldn’t be a chickpea flour crust without using this ingredient so I do not recommend replacing it!
  • Tapioca Starch: Helps make the crust pliable while holding the dough together. Starch helps mimic gluten in this recipe. If you do not have tapioca starch, arrowroot starch makes a suitable alternative.
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Helps make your pizza crust crispier. It also prevents any pizza sauces from seeping into the crust, which might make it soggy later on. Any cooking oil makes a suitable alternative if need be.
  • Baking Powder: Helps the pizza dough to rise. 
  • Salt: A touch of salt enhances the flavors of the other ingredients. 
  • Water: Helps in the formation of the dough. 
Sliced cheese pizza with fresh basil leaves on top, served on a chickpea flour pizza crust and a wooden surface.

How to Make Chickpea Flour Pizza Crust

A bowl containing a mix of chickpea flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt on a kitchen counter.
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Melted butter mixing with chickpea flour in a white bowl, showing the beginning stages of pizza crust preparation.
Close-up of smooth, creamy chickpea flour batter in a ribbed mixing bowl.
Unbaked chickpea flour pizza crust spread evenly on parchment paper in a baking tray, showing a smooth, creamy texture.
Unbaked chickpea flour pizza crust with fork pricks on parchment paper.
A homemade chickpea flour pizza crust topped with tomato sauce and a spoon resting on the surface, on parchment paper.
A freshly made chickpea flour pizza crust with a generous topping of shredded cheese and tomato sauce on a baking sheet.
Slices of cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust, featuring a visible melted cheese pull on a wooden surface.
Sliced cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust garnished with fresh basil leaves on a light surface, with whole basil leaves and a small bowl of sauce nearby.
  1. Preheat the oven to 425℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and then set it aside.
  2. Combine the flour, starch, oil, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
  3. Add ¾ cup water, then stir the pizza dough batter until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the center of the parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Using wet hands, gently shape to the thickness you prefer. You can push inwards from the edges for a thick crust or spread the batter thinner for a thin crust.
  5. Bake the pizza crust for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the chickpea flour crust from the oven and gently poke with a fork a few times.
  7. Top the crust with the toppings you like, then return the pizza to the oven to bake for another 10 minutes or until your toppings are cooked well.
  8. Slice and enjoy!
Slices of margherita pizza with fresh basil leaves and a small bowl of grated cheese on the side, served on a chickpea flour pizza crust.

Topping Ideas

  • Your favorite pizza sauce. Fresh tomato sauce is a staple for many types of pizza, but you can also try pesto, marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, or even hummus, to name a few.
  • Veggie toppings like sun-dried tomatoes, zucchini, red onion, mushrooms, olives, and eggplant.  
  • Greens like spinach, watercress, baby arugula, or kale.
  • Cheese like mozzarella, Parmesan, goat cheese, or feta. If vegetarian, ensure the cheese you choose is rennet-free.
    • This includes vegan options! For vegan cheese, I love Miyoko’s mozzarella and Violife’s feta.
  • Spices like garlic powder, oregano, and thyme sprinkled on the pizza before baking can add depth of flavor.
  • Sweet fruits like berries, bananas, or peaches paired with cream cheese or fudge sauce to make a dessert pizza. 
Slices of cheese pizza with chickpea flour crust and tomato sauce, topped with basil leaves, and a small bowl of grated cheese on the side.

What to Serve with Pizza

Slices of margherita pizza with fresh basil leaves on a chickpea flour crust, served on a light-colored surface.

Storing and Reheating

Any leftover cooked chickpea flour pizza crust should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. If kept this way, it will be good for up to five days. 

Reheat your pizza correctly in the oven by following these steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • Add aluminum foil to the oven rack, then put the cold pizza on top.
  • Reheat the pizza for 10-12 minutes, or a bit longer if you want to enjoy a crispier crust.
Slices of cheese pizza with chickpea flour crust, fresh basil leaves, and a small bowl of grated cheese on a brown surface.

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Close-up of sliced margherita pizza with chickpea flour crust, garnished with fresh basil leaves and lime wedges.
A close-up of a sliced cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust, garnished with fresh basil leaves on a light surface.

Chickpea Flour Pizza Crust

Made with just 6 simple ingredients, satisfy all your cravings with this naturally gluten-free chickpea flour pizza crust! 
5 from 11 votes
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Course: Appetizers, Entrées
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free, Italian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Author: Kristen Wood

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups chickpea flour also known as garbanzo bean flour
  • 1 cup tapioca starch
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup water

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper then set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, starch, oil, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
  • Add the water, then stir the pizza dough batter until smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the center of the parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Using wet hands, gently shape to the thickness that you prefer. You can push inwards from the edges for a thick crust, or you can spread the batter thinner for a thin crust.
  • Bake the crust for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the crust from the oven and gently poke with a fork a few times.
  • Top the crust how you would prefer, then return the pizza to the oven to bake for 10 minutes longer, or until your toppings are melted and golden.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Please note: The batter will be relatively thin (slightly thicker than pancake batter), but you can still shape it as you prefer using wet hands (or a wet spatula). Do not worry – it will bake up as a sturdy crust!

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 214mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. 5 stars
    Using chickpea flour was a new one for me. I loved this recipe and the crust came together beautifully.