Vegan Classic Mozzarella Pizza
Indulge in the perfect slice with this Vegan Classic Mozzarella Pizza, a plant-based twist on a beloved favorite. Featuring a homemade crust that's both crispy and chewy, this recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil to create a dough that rises to perfection. The real star, however, is the luscious vegan mozzarella made from creamy coconut milk, tapioca starch, and a touch of nutritional yeast for that signature cheesy flavor. Topped with rich tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and a sprinkle of black pepper, this pizza delivers classic Italian-inspired flavors without any dairy. Ready in under 90 minutes and baked to golden perfection, this 100% vegan delight is perfect for family dinners, cozy date nights, or any occasion that calls for a slice of plant-based comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 4 tablespoons Tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.75 cup Tomato sauce
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir lightly and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Add 2 cups of flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the mixture comes together into a shaggy dough.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the vegan mozzarella: In a saucepan, whisk together coconut milk, tapioca starch, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder until smooth.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes stretchy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
After the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a ball. Place on a floured surface and roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Spoon dollops of the vegan mozzarella over the sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and black pepper.
Slice and serve hot, enjoying the delicious vegan mozzarella pizza.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2652 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.1 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 940 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
