Vegan Detroit Style Pizza
Prepare to fall in love with the bold flavors and irresistible texture of Vegan Detroit Style Pizza, perfect for plant-based pizza lovers and Detroit-style aficionados alike! This recipe delivers the signature square crust that’s thick, airy, and crispy at the edges—a trademark of Detroit-style pizza—and tops it with gooey vegan mozzarella and a vibrant, herby tomato sauce. The layers are strategically constructed, with the cheese spread directly on the dough to create a caramelized edge and the sauce boldly swirled on top, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Customize it with optional vegan pepperoni slices for an extra savory kick, or keep it simple and classic. Ideal for sharing, this recipe is baked to perfection in a 9x13-inch pan and ready to serve as delicious squares, making it the ultimate comfort food for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Keywords: Vegan Detroit Style Pizza, plant-based pizza, homemade Detroit pizza, vegan mozzarella recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 320 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 10 grams Sugar
- 5 grams Salt
- 240 milliliters Warm water
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 5 grams Dried oregano
- 5 grams Dried basil
- 1 gram Red pepper flakes
- 200 grams Vegan mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams Vegan pepperoni slices (optional)
- 5 grams Salt (for sauce)
- 15 milliliters Olive oil (for the sauce)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes or until doubled in size.
For the pizza sauce, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, then remove from heat.
Preheat your oven to 235°C (455°F).
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a well-oiled 9x13-inch baking pan. Use your fingers to stretch and press the dough evenly to the edges of the pan.
Spread the vegan mozzarella cheese over the dough, ensuring some cheese touches the edges to form a crispy crust.
Layer the vegan pepperoni slices over the cheese if using.
Spread the pizza sauce over the top in three thick lines, allowing some cheese to peek through.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the top is bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing into squares.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Vegan Detroit Style Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6378 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.5 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 56.9 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1427 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 25.2 mg | 140% | |
| Potassium | 2063 mg | 44% | |
*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.
