Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe

This chewy, crispy Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe is made with ready-to-use dough, olive oil, and mozzarella, ready in 30 minutes. The edges crisp up beautifully in a hot oven while the cheese bubbles into golden perfection. I rely on this method for quick weeknight pizza cravings.

What I Learned Making This

Gluten-free dough behaves differently than traditional wheat dough. I learned early on that it gets incredibly sticky and breaks if you try to stretch it in the air.

Pressing it directly onto an oiled piece of parchment paper changed everything for me. It stops the dough from sticking and helps create that crispy bottom crust we all want.

Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe Ingredients

• 1 bag (16 oz) Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Pizza Dough
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons rice flour (for dusting)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

How To Make Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe

1. Prep The Dough: Let the packaged dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before opening.
2. Prepare The Pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
3. Shape The Crust: Dust your hands with rice flour. Press the dough evenly onto the parchment paper until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
4. Pre-bake The Crust: Bake the bare dough for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges just start to firm up.
5. Add Toppings And Bake: Remove from the oven, spread the pizza sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella. Bake for another 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling.

Recipe Tips

• Let it warm up: Cold gluten-free dough will snap and refuse to stretch properly.
• Use floured hands: The high hydration makes this dough sticky, so always coat your hands in rice flour.
• Always pre-bake: Adding wet sauce to raw gluten-free dough will cause a soggy middle.

What To Serve With Pizza

Pair this with a crisp Caesar salad to cut through the rich cheese. A side of garlic butter dipping sauce also works incredibly well for the crust edges.

How To Store

Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a dry skillet over medium heat to keep the crust crispy.

FAQs

Can I freeze Trader Joe’s gluten-free pizza dough?

Yes, you can freeze the dough right in its original bag. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight before using.

Why is my crust soggy?

Skipping the pre-bake step is usually the culprit. Using too much heavy, watery sauce can also make the center soft.

Can I grill this dough?

Grilling is tough because the dough is extremely sticky and lacks gluten structure. It is best to stick to baking it on parchment paper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 32g
• Protein: 10g

Try More Recipes:

• Trader Joe’s Flatbread Pizza Recipe
• Trader Joes Pizza Dough Recipe
• Trader Joes Crunchy Onion Chili Oil Recipe

Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Chewy, crispy Trader Joes Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe made with olive oil, pizza sauce, and mozzarella cheese, ready in 30 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 bag (16 oz) Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Pizza Dough

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons rice flour (for dusting)

• 1/2 cup pizza sauce

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

• Prep The Dough: Let the packaged dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before opening.
• Prepare The Pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
• Shape The Crust: Dust your hands with rice flour. Press the dough evenly onto the parchment paper until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
• Pre-bake The Crust: Bake the bare dough for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges just start to firm up.
• Add Toppings And Bake: Remove from the oven, spread the pizza sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella. Bake for another 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling.