Dairy-Free Classic Italian Style Pizza

Indulge in the timeless flavors of Italy with this Dairy-Free Classic Italian Style Pizza, a perfect blend of authenticity and dietary inclusivity. Crafted with a homemade, golden-crusted dough, this pizza features a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce, dairy-free mozzarella for creamy indulgence, and a vibrant topping of fresh basil leaves and juicy cherry tomatoes. Ideal for those seeking a plant-based or lactose-free alternative, this recipe brings the traditional charm of a wood-fired Italian pizza to your kitchen, ready in just over an hour. Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this dairy-free pizza is guaranteed to impress, offering all the flavor and none of the compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Tomato sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Basil
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Dairy-free mozzarella cheese
• 10 Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Sliced cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

To prepare the pizza dough, dissolve one packet of active dry yeast and one teaspoon of sugar in one cup of warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it's frothy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine two and a half cups of all-purpose flour and one teaspoon of salt. Add the yeast mixture and two tablespoons of olive oil to the flour mixture and stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out to form a 12-inch circle.

Step 7

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal, if using a pizza stone.

Step 8

For the sauce, combine 0.75 cup tomato sauce with 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon basil, and 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a bowl. Stir well.

Step 9

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

Step 10

Sprinkle 1 cup of dairy-free mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 11

Top with 10 fresh basil leaves and 0.5 cup of sliced cherry tomatoes.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 13

Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1518.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2228.5

Total Fat 80.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4146.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 272.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 61.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2015.0mg	0%
Iron 33.2mg	0%
Potassium 2431.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 52.9%