Viral YouTube Pizza Recipe: Under 50 Calories Per Slice for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Pizza ranks among our top comfort foods. We savor it during celebrations and tough days alike, thanks to its soft dough, tangy tomato base, and gooey melted cheese. Yet, traditional pizzas loaded with cheese and meats can pack a caloric punch. If you're watching your weight or seeking lighter options, this under-50-calorie-per-slice pizza from a trusted YouTube creator will delight you.

Popular YouTuber Emma Fontanella of Emma’s Goodies shared this flavorful, low-calorie recipe on her channel. As of May 12, it has garnered nearly 1.3 million views, proving its appeal to home cooks everywhere.

Recipe: How to Make a Pizza Under 50 Calories Per Slice

Follow these steps for a full pizza totaling about 400 calories—just 50 calories per slice (1/8th of the pizza).

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 80g plain flour and 3 tsp baking soda
• 50g skimmed milk or 50ml
• A pinch of salt

For the topping:

• 35-50g maximum light grated cheese
• 1 tsp grated parmesan cheese
• 5 tbsp unsweetened tomato sauce or plain coulis
• Peppers, mushrooms, onions, or other low-calorie vegetables
• Herbes de Provence and oregano

Steps:

1. Mix the flour, baking soda, and milk to form a smooth ball.
2. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and set aside.
3. In a bowl, combine low-fat cheese (like mozzarella or Emmental) with pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
4. Roll out the dough into a thin circle about 22cm in diameter.
5. Optionally, pre-cook the dough on a baking sheet, in a large pan, or pizza dish.
6. Preheat oven to 240°C.
7. Spread tomato sauce on the dough, add half the cheese mixture, vegetables, herbs, and remaining cheese. Bake at the top of the oven for up to 5 minutes. Enjoy!

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