Elevate your pizza night with our Perfect Vegan Pizza Dough. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just craving a slice of plant-based perfection, this dough will be the star of the show. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can craft the ideal canvas for all your favorite toppings. It’s time to make pizza night a celebration of flavor and compassion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (includes dough resting time)
- Servings: 4
Vegan pizza dough Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cooking spray or extra flour for dusting
Vegan pizza dough Instructions:
Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy. This indicates that the yeast is active.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
Combine and Knead: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir the ingredients until they come together into a dough.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
Let It Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can reach, typically around 500°F (260°C) or more.
Prepare the Dough: Punch down the risen dough to remove excess air. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions for individual pizzas or keep it as a whole for a larger pizza.
Roll and Shape: Roll out each portion into your desired pizza shape on a floured surface.
Add Your Toppings: Top the pizza dough with your favorite vegan tomato sauce, vegetables, dairy-free cheese, and other preferred toppings.
Bake: Transfer the pizza with toppings onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the toppings are bubbly and cooked to your liking.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 230 |
| Protein (g) | 5 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 42 |
| Dietary Fiber (g) | 2 |
| Sugars (g) | 1 |
| Total Fat (g) | 4 |
| Saturated Fat (g) | 0.5 |
| Sodium (mg) | 585 |
| Potassium (mg) | 80 |
| Calcium (mg) | 10 |
| Iron (mg) | 2 |
Tips:
- Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure the water is at the correct temperature for activating the yeast.
- If you prefer a thinner or thicker crust, adjust the rolling thickness accordingly.
- Add a variety of your favorite vegan toppings, from sautéed veggies to plant-based protein and vegan cheese.
- For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven before transferring the pizza onto it.
Enjoy your homemade Perfect Vegan Pizza!
