Vegan Cheese Pizza

Total time1 hr 40 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time15 min

4.6

(20)

Pizza night doesn't have to mean compromise, and this from-scratch pie proves it completely. The dough is hand-kneaded and given a full hour to rise, which builds that chewy, airy crust that makes a great pizza worth the effort. A bright, no-cook tomato sauce — crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, dried oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes — comes together in minutes while the dough does its thing, so the whole process feels surprisingly relaxed. The shredded vegan cheese melts and bubbles in a screaming-hot 475°F oven, giving you those golden, slightly blistered spots that look and taste like the real deal. One of the biggest wins here is knowing exactly what went into every layer, with no mystery dairy derivatives hiding in a store-bought crust or pre-shredded blend. A drizzle of olive oil before baking and a handful of fresh basil after pulls everything together beautifully. This recipe makes 4 servings, so it's perfectly sized for a weeknight dinner or a casual Friday night in.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the dough

1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
1 tsp sugar
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the bowl

For the sauce

1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the topping

1 ½ cups vegan cheese, shredded
1 tbsp olive oil, for drizzling

For serving

fresh basil leaves (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir briefly and let stand for 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tbsp olive oil, then stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and springs back when poked.

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