🍕 Diabetes-Friendly Sourdough Bread Pizza Crust Recipe

Instructions

1. First, combine 1 cup of sourdough starter, 1.5 cups of whole wheat flour, and 1/2 cup of water in a large bowl. This will form the base of your pizza crust.
2. Next, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the mixture. Stir until the dough starts to come together. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
3. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead it for about 10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. This process will help develop the gluten in the dough, giving your pizza crust a nice chewy texture.
4. Place the kneaded dough in a bowl greased with a bit of olive oil. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 8 hours or overnight. This resting period allows the sourdough to ferment, which will give your pizza crust a unique tangy flavor.
5. When you're ready to bake, preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius). This high temperature will help achieve a crispy crust.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired pizza thickness. If you like a thin and crispy crust, roll it out thinly. If you prefer a thicker, bread-like crust, leave it a bit thicker.
7. Before baking, brush the surface of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. This will give the crust a beautiful golden color and prevent it from becoming soggy.
8. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until it's lightly golden. Watch it closely to prevent it from burning. Once it's done, it's ready to be topped with your favorite diabetes-friendly toppings!