Today I’m sharing my carnivore skillet pepperoni pizza recipe that has become a regular favorite in my home.
This pizza satisfies those pizza cravings without breaking the carnivore diet rules. It’s a perfect solution when you want something that feels like a treat but still keeps you on track with your eating plan.
The base is made from a blend of cheeses, eggs, and Greek yogurt that creates a surprisingly good crust substitute.
It holds together well and provides the perfect foundation for the pepperoni topping. The texture is different from traditional pizza crust, but in a good way – it’s rich, filling, and has a great flavor on its own.
What makes this recipe even better is how simple it is to prepare. You just mix everything together, pour it into a skillet, bake it, add toppings, and you’re done.
The whole process takes about 30 minutes, which means you can satisfy your pizza craving without spending hours in the kitchen.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Pizza Without Cheating: This recipe lets you enjoy the flavors and experience of pizza while staying 100% true to your carnivore diet.
No need to “cheat” or feel guilty – this pizza is made entirely from animal products and contains zero plant ingredients that might derail your progress or cause inflammation.
Quick Dinner Solution: From start to finish, this pizza takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
On busy weeknights when you’re tired and tempted to order takeout, you can whip this up faster than delivery would arrive. The active cooking time is minimal too – most of the time is just waiting while it bakes in the oven.
Crust Without Carbs: The cheese based “crust” gives you that pizza experience without any flour, seeds, nuts, or other plant based ingredients that traditional or even keto pizza crusts contain.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 3 Eggs (large)
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup Greek Yogurt (use this yogurt – amazon link)
- Pepperoni Slices
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Beef Gelatin
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow my easy carnivore skillet pepperoni pizza recipe:
Step 1
Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, beef gelain and seasonings to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet (grease it with plenty of butter beforehand so it won’t stick).
Step 3
Bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes.
Step 4
Add pepperoni and any additional toppings, then place under the broiler for 3 more minutes.
Step 5
Remove from the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Prep Your Skillet Right
Make sure your cast iron skillet is well greased before adding your pizza mixture. Butter is the best option here – don’t be shy with it!
Apply a thick layer all over the bottom and up the sides of the skillet. If your skillet isn’t properly seasoned, your pizza might stick badly, ruining all your hard work.
When applying the butter, use a paper towel or brush to ensure even coverage with no dry spots. The heat of the oven will cause the cheese mixture to expand and then contract as it cooks, so having that butter barrier prevents the edges from becoming stuck.
If you don’t have butter, beef tallow or bacon fat works great too – just make sure whatever fat you use covers the entire cooking surface generously.
2. Room Temperature Ingredients
For the smoothest mixture, make sure your cream cheese is properly softened and your eggs are at room temperature before mixing.
Cold ingredients don’t blend well and can leave lumps in your base. Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before starting, or microwave it for 15-20 seconds if you’re short on time.
For eggs, place them in a bowl of warm (not hot) water for 5-10 minutes if they’re straight from the fridge. When all ingredients are at room temperature, they’ll combine into a smooth, uniform mixture that cooks evenly.
Lumpy batter leads to inconsistent cooking and can affect both texture and taste, so this simple step makes a big difference in your final pizza.
3. Cooling Step
Don’t rush the 10-minute cooling time after baking – it’s absolutely crucial for proper texture. When the pizza first comes out of the oven, it will be very soft and might seem undercooked.
During those 10 minutes of resting, the cheese structure firms up and the proteins set, allowing you to cut clean slices that hold together.
If you cut into it too soon, you’ll end up with a messy, falling apart pizza instead of neat slices.
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Carnivore Skillet Pepperoni Pizza
Print RecipeIngredients
- 3 Eggs large
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 3/4 cup Cream Cheese softened
- 1/3 cup Greek Yogurt (use this yogurt – amazon link)
- Pepperoni Slices
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning optional
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Beef Gelatin
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese, mozzarella, eggs, yogurt, beef gelain and seasonings to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a cast iron skillet (grease it with plenty of butter beforehand so it won’t stick).
- Bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes.
- Add pepperoni and any additional toppings, then place under the broiler for 3 more minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, and then serve. Enjoy!
Perfect!