Vegan Classic Mozzarella Pizza

Dive into the irresistible world of plant-based comfort food with this Vegan Classic Mozzarella Pizza! Featuring a soft, chewy homemade crust, tangy tomato sauce, and a creamy, dairy-free mozzarella made from coconut milk and tapioca starch, this recipe transforms traditional pizza into a vegan masterpiece. Topped with fragrant fresh basil and a hint of black pepper, each bite delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just under an hour and made with wholesome, accessible ingredients, this vegan pizza is ideal for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or satisfying your pizza cravings guilt-free. Whether you're a longtime vegan or simply exploring plant-based options, this recipe promises a no-compromise take on the classic mozzarella pizza.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir lightly and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Add 2 cups of flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the mixture comes together into a shaggy dough.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 8

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.

Step 9

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.

Step 10

Spoon dollops of the vegan mozzarella over the sauce.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and black pepper.

Step 13

Slice and serve hot, enjoying the delicious vegan mozzarella pizza.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1694.9

Total Fat 34.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2652.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92.9mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 939.7mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 71.3%