Cheating with Home Made Gluten Free Pizza

One of the many things that I find troubling about ready made gluten-free pizzas is the sparse amount of toppings. Even the cheese is almost nonexistent, and because of that, I’ve always bought extra toppings to put on them. Recently, rather than doing this, I’ve started making my pizza from scratch using pre-made Pizza Bases.

The Schär Gluten Free Pizza Base is seriously good. I think it’s one of the best out there, second only to making your own. 😋🍕

Ingredients

• 1 Schär Gluten Free Pizza Base
• 3 thin slices of red onion
• 50g Pancetta already fried and browned.
• 3tsp of Tomato Passata/BBQ Sauce
• 1 Small Red Sweet Pepper Diced
• 1 Small Green Sweet Pepper Diced
• 100g Mozzarella Grated
• 100g Fresh Mozzarella
• 2 Slices Cooked Ham sliced into small pieces

Tools for the Job

• Baking tray or pizza stone
• Frying pan (for cooking pancetta, if not pre-cooked)
• Spoon or spatula (for spreading the sauce)
• Sharp knife and cutting board

Method

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Place a baking tray or pizza stone in the oven to heat up for a crispier base.
2. Prepare the Base
   • Place the Schär gluten-free pizza base on a sheet of baking parchment. Spread 3 teaspoons of tomato passata or BBQ sauce evenly over the base with the back of a spoon, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Add Your Toppings
   • Layer on the toppings in the following order:
     • Sprinkle the diced red and green sweet peppers evenly across the base.
     • Scatter the fried pancetta, red onion slices, and cooked ham over the pizza.
     • Add the grated mozzarella, spreading it evenly to cover the toppings.
     • Finally, dot the torn fresh mozzarella on top for an extra creamy finish.
4. Bake the Pizza
   • Carefully transfer the pizza (on its baking parchment) onto the preheated baking tray or pizza stone. Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden, and the edges of the crust are crisp.
5. Serve and Enjoy
   • Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two. Slice it up, serve, and enjoy your homemade gluten-free creation!

Handy Tips

• Herbs: Sprinkle fresh basil leaves or dried oregano over the pizza after baking for extra flavour.
• Chilli Flakes: Add a touch of heat by sprinkling chilli flakes on top.
• Drizzle: Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil or balsamic glaze for a gourmet touch.

Notes

Instead of passata, I actually used BBQ sauce, and it took the pizza to a whole new level! If you’re a BBQ sauce fan, this twist is a game changer. 🍕I used Bulls-Eye Original BBQ Sauce, which has no gluten-containing ingredients and no ‘may contain’ warnings.

This gluten-free pizza is a satisfying combination of salty pancetta, creamy mozzarella, and sweet peppers, all balanced with a crisp crust. It’s a simple, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Featured Photo by – Ben Haggerty -2024