Today I’ll show you how to make keto skillet pizza! This recipe is perfect for anyone following a keto diet who misses eating pizza.
It’s made right in a cast iron skillet, and the crust is made from eggs, cheese, and Greek yogurt instead of regular flour. The result is a pizza that tastes great and keeps you in ketosis.
You can add whatever toppings you like, just like a regular pizza. I usually go with pepperoni and sausage, but you can customize it however you want.
One of the best things about this recipe is how filling it is. Because the crust is made with eggs and cheese, it’s packed with protein and fat. This means you’ll feel satisfied after eating it, and you won’t get hungry again an hour later.
Regular pizza often leaves you feeling hungry because it’s mostly carbs and not much else. But this keto version actually keeps you full.
Plus, it fits perfectly into your keto macros without any guilt. You can enjoy pizza again without worrying about being kicked out of ketosis.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Made in One Skillet: Everything gets made in a single cast iron skillet, which means less cleanup for you. You mix your ingredients in a bowl, pour them into the skillet, and bake. Then you add toppings and broil. That’s it.
High Protein Content: This pizza crust is packed with protein because it’s made from eggs and cheese. Three large eggs plus two cups of mozzarella cheese means you’re getting a serious amount of protein in every slice.
Perfect Keto Macros: The crust itself is almost zero carbs, which is exactly what you need on keto. The eggs, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Greek yogurt all fit perfectly into keto macros.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 3 Eggs (large)
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (use this yogurt – amazon link)
- Toppings: pepperoni, sausage, mozzarella cheese, and more!
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (optional)
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, and seasonings to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet. I recommend greasing it with butter beforehand to avoid sticking.
Step 3
Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
Step 4
Add pepperoni, sausage, cheese, and any additional toppings. Then, place under the broiler for 3 to 4 more minutes.
Step 5
Remove from the oven, let it cool for 15 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Soften Your Cream Cheese First
Make sure your cream cheese is completely softened before you start mixing. If you try to mix cold cream cheese with the other ingredients, you’ll end up with lumps that won’t blend in properly.
The easiest way to soften it is to take it out of the fridge about 30-45 minutes before you start cooking. Just leave it on the counter at room temperature.
If you forget and need to soften it quickly, you can microwave it for about 15-20 seconds, but be careful not to melt it completely. You just want it soft enough that you can easily press your finger into it.
2. Grease That Skillet Well
Don’t skip greasing your cast iron skillet, even if you think it’s well-seasoned. Use real butter and make sure you coat the entire bottom and sides of the skillet.
The cheese-based crust can stick if you don’t grease properly, and then you’ll have a mess when you try to cut and serve the pizza. I like to use about a tablespoon of butter and spread it around with a paper towel or pastry brush.
Make sure you get into the corners and up the sides. Some people think cast iron doesn’t need greasing, but for this recipe it really does.
3. Mix Until Completely Smooth
When you’re mixing the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, and seasonings together, keep mixing until everything is completely smooth and well combined.
Don’t just stir it a few times and call it done. You want all the ingredients to be fully blended together with no streaks of cream cheese or unmixed egg.
Use a whisk or an electric mixer if you have one. The mixture should look uniform in color and texture.
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FAQ
Can I use a regular pan instead of a cast iron skillet?
Yes, you can definitely use a regular oven-safe skillet if you don’t have cast iron. Just make sure whatever pan you use can go in the oven at 400°F and under the broiler.
What can I use instead of Greek yogurt?
Sour cream is the best substitute for Greek yogurt in this recipe. It has a similar thick consistency and tangy flavor, and it’s also keto-friendly.
Keto Skillet Pizza
Print RecipeIngredients
- 3 Eggs large
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese softened
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (use this yogurt – amazon link)
- Toppings: pepperoni sausage, mozzarella cheese, and more!
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning optional
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, and seasonings to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet. I recommend greasing it with butter beforehand to avoid sticking.
- Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Add pepperoni, sausage, cheese, and any additional toppings. Then, place under the broiler for 3 to 4 more minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for 15 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy!
I made this last night and wow – so good! The texture came out perfect and my husband couldn’t believe it was so low carb. Definitely keeping this one in our rotation.