Butternut Squash Pizza Crust - Paleo and Whole30 - My Crash Test Life (2024)

This Paleo and Whole30 Butternut Squash Pizza Crust is not only delicious but also very nutritious. Keeping the ingredients simple, this pizza crust rivals any other gluten-free and paleo pizza crust on the market (including Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Pizza Crust). Top with anything your heart desires for a perfectly healthy pizza.

I think sometimes pizza gets a bad rap.

Most people think that pizza is not healthy.

Well, I beg to differ!

By using butternut squash as the base for this pizza and then combining it with flax, coconut flour, egg and seasonings, this pizza crust is completely healthy.

What ingredients do you need to make this Paleo Butternut Squash Pizza Crust?

• cooked butternut squash
• coconut flour
• flax seeds
• egg
• olive oil
• spices

Is butternut squash good for you?

• It is a good source of fibre
• It is high in potassium
• It is beneficial for digestion
• It can help control blood pressure
• Studies have shown it to be good for healthy hair and skin

How do I cook butternut squash?

There are several ways to cook butternut squash and all depend on what equipment you have as well as what product you are beginning with.

For raw and whole butternut:

In the oven:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place squash, cut sides down, in a 9x13 baking dish. Pour some water into dish around squash halves.
• Bake in the preheated oven until tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 1 ½ hours.

In a pressure cooker:

• place the trivet at the bottom of the pressure cooker
• add 1 cup of water into the pan
• place the entire butternut squash (you do not need to pierce the skin) on the trivet

• pressure cook on "Hi" for 25 minutes and allow it to naturally release for 10 minutes

In the microwave:

• Using a sharp paring knife, make several slits around the squash. This will allow steam to escape.
• Place the squash on a microwave-safe dish and place it in the microwave.
• Microwave on high for 10 – 12 minutes.
• Remove the squash carefully and allow it to cool enough to handle.

For precut butternut squash:

On the Stovetop

• Place butternut squash in a saucepan and cover with water.
• Bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, cover, and gently boil 5-7 minutes or until desired tenderness.
• Drain

In the Microwave:

• Place butternut squash and 4 tablespoons water in a covered microwave-safe dish.
• Microwave on high 8-10 minutes or until desired tenderness.
• Let stand covered for 2 minutes before serving.
• Drain

How do you make this Whole30 and Paleo Butternut Squash Pizza Crust?

• add cooked butternut squash to a food processor
• add in remaining
• ingredients and turn on high until everything is fully incorporated
• line a pizza pan with parchment paper and sprinkle with coconut flour
• press pizza mixture into pizza pan

• bake at 425 degrees for 20 minutes
• remove from oven and flip over pizza
• place back in the oven for 20 minutes
• add toppings and return it to the oven to heat (about 5 minutes)

What flavours would go well with this Butternut Squash Pizza Crust?

• Cheese, Rosemary and Pepperoni
• Fennel, Prosciutto and Apple
• Fig and Goat Cheese
• Ricotta, Red Onion Marmalade and Prosciutto
• Grilled Veggies
• Mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage and banana peppers (Mr. Grumble's favourite toppings!)

Did Mr. Grumbles like this pizza crust?

Believe it or not, he actually ate ¼th of the pizza and had the rest of it for lunch the next day!

What is the best way to reheat the crust?

• place it in a toaster and toast it until it has been warmed
• place 1-2 slices in a non-stick skillet and cook until the pizza has heated

If you like this Butternut Squash Pizza Crust recipe, you may also like the following:

• Avocado Pizza Crust for One (Whole30, Low Carb, Dairy-Free)
• Ricotta Beet Pizza (Gluten-Free, Keto, Healthy, Vegetarian)
• Beet Pizza Crust (Whole30, Paleo, Dairy-Free, Low Carb)
• Apple Cheddar Bacon Pizza (Gluten-Free, Keto)
• Pear Prosciutto Gorgonzola Pizza
• Dairy-Free Avocado Pizza Crust (Whole30, Keto, GF)

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