Indulge in the mouth-watering flavors of this gluten-free upside down pizza. This recipe uses a gluten-free crust topped with classic pizza flavors like marinara sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings. The unique twist of this recipe is that all the toppings are layered at the bottom of the pan, and the crust is laid on top, creating a deliciously gooey and flavorful pizza. It's a perfect option for those who have gluten intolerance or simply want to try a new twist on traditional pizza.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your favorite pizza toppings (such as pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the olive oil and warm water to the flour mixture. Stir until well combined and a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a well-floured surface and knead for about 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Spray a round cake pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of the cake pan.
- Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
- Add your desired toppings evenly over the cheese layer.
- Roll out the dough into a circle slightly larger than the cake pan.
- Carefully place the rolled-out dough on top of the toppings, covering the entire pan.
- Press the edges of the dough against the sides of the pan to seal the pizza.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Place a large plate or a cutting board on top of the cake pan, then flip the pan upside down to release the pizza onto the plate.
- Gently lift the pan to reveal the beautiful upside-down pizza.
- Slice and serve hot. Enjoy!
