Elevate your plant-based game with our Ultimate Vegan Pizza! Packed with flavorful toppings and melty vegan cheese, it’s a mouthwatering delight. Get ready to indulge! 🍕😋
INGREDIENTS
For the pizza dough:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For the toppings:
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup vegan cheese (such as shredded vegan mozzarella or a blend of your favorite vegan cheeses)
- Assorted vegetable toppings of your choice (such as sliced bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, spinach, etc.)
- Optional: vegan pepperoni or other plant-based meat alternatives
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the pizza dough:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet or pizza peel lined with parchment paper.
- Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle vegan cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by your choice of vegetable toppings and any optional plant-based meat alternatives.
- Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve your Homemade All Vegan Pizza hot and enjoy!
Feel free to customize your pizza with your favorite toppings and sauces to suit your taste preferences. It’s a versatile and delicious meal that’s perfect for any occasion!